I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 30 with Changing Lines 4, 5 to Hexagram 37

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 30.4.5 -> 37

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

30. The Clinging, Fire

Yang Yang Yin Yang Yin Yang

37. The Family

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 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:

37. The Family (家人 Jiā Rén)

Trigrams

Above
☴ Xùn (Wind)
Below
☲ Lí (Fire)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 37

Hexagram 家人 (Jiā Rén) symbolizes the structure and harmony of the family. This hexagram speaks of order, mutual care, and proper relationships within the family unit. Success comes from cultivating harmony and fulfilling responsibilities.

Hexagram 37 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"家人，利女貞。"
(Jiā rén, lì nǚ zhēn.)
English Translation:
“The Family. It is favorable for the woman to persevere.”

This hexagram emphasizes the importance of harmony and order in the family, with a particular focus on the role of the woman in maintaining the household. Success comes from fulfilling responsibilities and persevering in one's duties.

Hexagram 37 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"風自火出，家人。君子以言有物，行有恆。"
(Fēng zì huǒ chū, jiā rén. Jūn zǐ yǐ yán yǒu wù, xíng yǒu héng.)
English Translation:
“Wind comes forth from fire: The image of The Family. The superior person speaks with substance and acts with consistency.”

The image of wind coming forth from fire represents the dynamic energy of the family. The superior person, like a family leader, speaks and acts with consistency, ensuring harmony and order within the household.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team