I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 31 with Changing Lines 1, 3, 4, 6 to Hexagram 42

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 31.1.3.4.6 -> 42

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

31. Influence (Wooing)

Yang Yang Yin Yin Yin Yang

42. Increase

31. Influence (Wooing) (咸 Xián)

Trigrams

Above
☱ Dui (Lake)
Below
☶ Gèn (Mountain)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 31

Hexagram 咸 (Xián) symbolizes influence, attraction, and the power of mutual response. This hexagram speaks of relationships, attraction, and how one person or force influences another. Success comes from subtle influence rather than force.

Hexagram 31 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"咸，亨，利貞。取女吉。"
(Xián, hēng, lì zhēn. Qǔ nǚ jí.)
English Translation:
“Influence. Success. Perseverance furthers. Taking a wife brings good fortune.”

This hexagram advises subtle influence and mutual attraction. Success comes from steady, gentle influence, not force. In relationships, like marriage, mutual respect and attraction bring good fortune.

Hexagram 31 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"山上有澤，咸。君子以虛受人。"
(Shān shàng yǒu zé, xián. Jūn zǐ yǐ xū shòu rén.)
English Translation:
“Lake on the mountain: The image of Influence. The superior person is open to receiving others.”

The image of the lake on the mountain represents openness and receptivity. The superior person, like the lake, is open to receiving others and is influenced by their surroundings. This receptiveness allows for mutual influence and growth.

Line 1 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"咸其拇。"
(Xián qí mǔ.)
English Translation:
“Influence begins with the toes.”

This line describes the beginning of influence, which starts with small, subtle movements, like the toes. It suggests that influence starts gradually and grows over time.

Line 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"咸其股，執其隨，往吝。"
(Xián qí gǔ, zhí qí suí, wǎng lìn.)
English Translation:
“Influence reaches the thighs. Holding on to those who follow brings regret.”

This line describes influence that has spread to the thighs, but holding too tightly to those who follow leads to regret. It advises allowing others the freedom to move and make their own choices.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"貞吉，悔亡。憧憧往來，朋從爾思。"
(Zhēn jí, huǐ wáng. Chōng chōng wǎng lái, péng cóng ěr sī.)
English Translation:
“Perseverance brings good fortune. Regret disappears. Those who come and go are friends who follow your thoughts.”

This line advises perseverance in maintaining one's influence. As people come and go, they are naturally drawn to follow your thoughts and intentions. By remaining true to oneself, good fortune follows and regret fades.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"咸其頰、舌。"
(Xián qí jiá, shé.)
English Translation:
“Influence reaches the jaws and tongue.”

This line describes influence that has reached the level of speech and communication. It advises being mindful of how words influence others and using communication to strengthen relationships and mutual respect.

Changing to:

42. Increase (益 Yì)

Trigrams

Above
☴ Xùn (Wind)
Below
☳ Zhèn (Thunder)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 42

Hexagram 益 (Yì) represents increase, growth, or expansion. This hexagram speaks of a time when positive developments and opportunities for growth are present. Success comes from giving and sharing with others, which leads to mutual benefit and prosperity.

Hexagram 42 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"益，利有攸往，利涉大川。"
(Yì, lì yǒu yōu wǎng, lì shè dà chuān.)
English Translation:
“Increase. It is favorable to have somewhere to go. It is favorable to cross the great river.”

This hexagram advises taking advantage of opportunities for growth. Moving forward with purpose and crossing challenges (symbolized by the great river) brings success. By being generous and sharing resources, one fosters mutual prosperity.

Hexagram 42 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"風雷，益。君子以見善則遷，有過則改。"
(Fēng léi, yì. Jūn zǐ yǐ jiàn shàn zé qiān, yǒu guò zé gǎi.)
English Translation:
“Wind and thunder: The image of Increase. The superior person sees good and moves toward it. If they see a mistake, they correct it.”

The image of wind and thunder represents dynamic energy and growth. The superior person uses this energy to recognize opportunities for improvement and correction. By moving toward what is good and correcting errors, one fosters growth and success.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team