I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 30 with Changing Lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 to Hexagram 59

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 30.1.2.3.4.5 -> 59

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

30. The Clinging, Fire

Yang Yang Yin Yin Yang Yin

59. Dispersion

30. The Clinging, Fire (離 Lí)

Trigrams

Above
☲ Lí (Fire)
Below
☲ Lí (Fire)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 30

Hexagram 離 (Lí) symbolizes fire, which clings to the wood that fuels it. This hexagram speaks of dependence and clarity, as fire illuminates and requires a source of energy. Success comes from clear vision and the ability to adapt and depend on the right things.

Hexagram 30 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"利貞，亨。畜牝牛，吉。"
(Lì zhēn, hēng. Xù pìn niú, jí.)
English Translation:
“Perseverance furthers. Success. Cultivating a cow brings good fortune.”

This hexagram advises clarity and perseverance. Success comes from cultivating something stable and dependable, like a cow. By tending to one's responsibilities and maintaining clear vision, good fortune is assured.

Hexagram 30 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"明兩作，離。大人以繼明照四方。"
(Míng liǎng zuò, lí. Dà rén yǐ jì míng zhào sì fāng.)
English Translation:
“Fire above and fire below: The image of The Clinging, Fire. The superior person continues the light of clarity to illuminate the four corners of the world.”

The image of fire reflects the need for clarity and illumination. The superior person spreads understanding and insight, ensuring that light and truth reach all corners of the world. It is a time to bring clarity to situations.

Line 1 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"履錯然，敬之无咎。"
(Lǚ cuò rán, jìng zhī wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“Treading with care. If you are reverent, there is no blame.”

This line advises proceeding with caution. By acting with care and reverence, one avoids mistakes and blame. It is a time to be mindful and respectful in all actions.

Line 2 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"黃離，元吉。"
(Huáng lí, yuán jí.)
English Translation:
“Yellow light. Great good fortune.”

This line describes the clarity and brightness of yellow light, symbolizing enlightenment and understanding. By achieving clear vision, great good fortune follows. It is a time of illumination and insight.

Line 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"日昃之離，不鼓缶而歌，則大耋之嗟，凶。"
(Rì zè zhī lí, bù gǔ fǒu ér gē, zé dà dié zhī jiē, xiōng.)
English Translation:
“When the sun sets, do not beat the drum and sing. Then there is lament from old age. Misfortune.”

This line speaks of a time when clarity fades, like the setting sun. It advises against celebrating prematurely or acting carelessly. If one does not heed the situation, regret and misfortune follow, especially as time passes.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"突如其來如，焚如，死如，棄如。"
(Tū rú qí lái rú, fén rú, sǐ rú, qì rú.)
English Translation:
“Suddenly it comes, blazes up, dies down, and is thrown away.”

This line describes something that flares up quickly but dies just as fast. It warns against fleeting passions or impulsive actions that cannot be sustained. By acting without stability, one risks losing everything.

Line 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"出涕沱若，戚嗟若，吉。"
(Chū tì tuó ruò, qī jiē ruò, jí.)
English Translation:
“Tears flow like streams and there is deep sorrow. Good fortune.”

This line speaks of a time of grief and deep emotion, but it assures that good fortune follows. By experiencing and acknowledging the sorrow, one purifies their emotions and can move forward to better times.

Changing to:

59. Dispersion (渙 Huàn)

Trigrams

Above
☴ Xùn (Wind)
Below
☵ Kǎn (Water)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 59

Hexagram 渙 (Huàn) represents dispersion or dissolution, symbolizing the scattering of obstacles or rigid structures. This hexagram speaks of a time when rigidity and blockages are being dissolved, allowing for movement and renewal. Success comes from breaking down barriers and freeing up resources.

Hexagram 59 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"渙，亨。王假有廟，利涉大川，利貞。"
(Huàn, hēng. Wáng jiǎ yǒu miào, lì shè dà chuān, lì zhēn.)
English Translation:
“Dispersion. Success. The king approaches his temple. It is favorable to cross the great river. Perseverance furthers.”

This hexagram advises breaking down obstacles and removing barriers to progress. By dispersing rigid structures or habits, success follows. It is favorable to take bold actions, symbolized by crossing the great river, but perseverance is essential.

Hexagram 59 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"風行水上，渙。先王以享于帝立廟。"
(Fēng xíng shuǐ shàng, huàn. Xiān wáng yǐ xiǎng yú dì lì miào.)
English Translation:
“Wind moves over the water: The image of Dispersion. The ancient kings offered sacrifices to heaven and built temples.”

The image of wind moving over water represents the power to dissolve obstacles and create movement. The superior person, like the ancient kings, makes offerings and creates structures to channel this energy toward positive outcomes.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team