I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 30 with Changing Lines 1, 2 to Hexagram 50

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 30.1.2 -> 50

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

30. The Clinging, Fire

Yang Yin Yang Yang Yang Yin

50. The Cauldron

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.

Changing to:

50. The Cauldron (鼎 Dǐng)

Trigrams

Above
☲ Lí (Fire)
Below
☴ Xùn (Wind)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 50

Hexagram 鼎 (Dǐng) represents a cauldron, symbolizing nourishment and transformation. This hexagram speaks of a time when one’s resources and abilities are being refined and used to nourish and support others. Success comes from utilizing what is in the cauldron and making something valuable.

Hexagram 50 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"鼎，元吉，亨。"
(Dǐng, yuán jí, hēng.)
English Translation:
“The Cauldron. Great good fortune. Success.”

This hexagram advises a time of great transformation and nourishment. Like a cauldron cooking food, one’s resources and abilities are being refined to create something valuable. Success comes from sharing this nourishment with others.

Hexagram 50 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"木上有火，鼎。君子以正位凝命。"
(Mù shàng yǒu huǒ, dǐng. Jūn zǐ yǐ zhèng wèi níng mìng.)
English Translation:
“Fire over wood: The image of The Cauldron. The superior person makes their position correct and consolidates their destiny.”

The image of fire over wood represents the process of cooking and transforming raw ingredients into something nourishing. The superior person, like the cauldron, uses their resources and position to create something lasting and valuable.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team