I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 25 with Changing Lines 5 to Hexagram 21

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 25.5 -> 21

Young Yang Old Yang Young Yang Young Yin Young Yin Young Yang

25. Innocence

Yang Yin Yang Yin Yin Yang

21. Biting Through

25. Innocence (無妄 Wú Wàng)

Trigrams

Above
☰ Qián (Heaven)
Below
☳ Zhèn (Thunder)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 25

Hexagram 無妄 (Wú Wàng) symbolizes innocence or the absence of falsehood. This hexagram speaks of acting with sincerity, without ulterior motives, and maintaining a state of natural purity. Success comes from being genuine and spontaneous.

Hexagram 25 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"無妄，元亨，利貞。其匪正有眚，不利有攸往。"
(Wú wàng, yuán hēng, lì zhēn. Qí fěi zhèng yǒu shěng, bù lì yǒu yōu wǎng.)
English Translation:
“Innocence. Supreme success. Perseverance furthers. If one is not as they should be, they have misfortune, and it is not favorable to undertake anything.”

This hexagram advises maintaining innocence and sincerity. Success comes from acting with integrity and without ulterior motives. However, if one strays from the right path, misfortune follows. It is important to be true to oneself.

Hexagram 25 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"天下雷行，物與无妄。先王以茂對時育萬物。"
(Tiān xià léi xíng, wù yǔ wú wàng. Xiān wáng yǐ mào duì shí yù wàn wù.)
English Translation:
“Thunder beneath heaven: The image of Innocence. The ancient kings nurtured and cared for all beings, responding to the seasons and bringing prosperity to all things.”

The image of thunder moving beneath heaven represents the power of natural forces. The superior person uses this time to nurture and care for others, aligning their actions with the natural rhythms of life. This brings prosperity and success.

Line 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"无妄之疾，勿藥有喜。"
(Wú wàng zhī jí, wù yào yǒu xǐ.)
English Translation:
“Innocent illness. Do not use medicine. There is joy.”

This line speaks of a temporary difficulty that resolves naturally. Rather than trying to force a solution, it advises patience, as the issue will resolve on its own and bring happiness.

Changing to:

21. Biting Through (噬嗑 Shì Kè)

Trigrams

Above
☲ Lí (Fire)
Below
☳ Zhèn (Thunder)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 21

Hexagram 噬嗑 (Shì Kè) represents biting through or confronting obstacles. This hexagram speaks of a time when forceful action is needed to break through resistance or obstacles, but it advises using this force with justice and wisdom.

Hexagram 21 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"噬嗑，亨。利用狱。"
(Shì kè, hēng. Lì yòng yù.)
English Translation:
“Biting through. Success. It is favorable to use legal proceedings.”

This hexagram describes a time for taking decisive action to resolve problems, like biting through tough material. Success comes from being firm yet fair, using justice or legal means to resolve disputes.

Hexagram 21 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"雷電噬嗑。先王以明罰勑法。"
(Léi diàn shì kè. Xiān wáng yǐ míng fá chì fǎ.)
English Translation:
“Thunder and lightning: The image of Biting Through. The ancient kings made laws clear and enforced punishments.”

The image of thunder and lightning represents swift and powerful force. The superior person uses this time to clarify laws and ensure that justice is served. It is a time for decisiveness in dealing with wrongdoing.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team