I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 32 with Changing Lines 2, 3, 5 to Hexagram 45

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 32.2.3.5 -> 45

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

32. Duration

Yin Yang Yang Yin Yin Yin

45. Gathering Together

32. Duration (恆 Héng)

Trigrams

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

The Symbolism of Hexagram 32

Hexagram 恆 (Héng) symbolizes endurance and lasting strength. This hexagram speaks of the need for stability, perseverance, and consistency in all things. Success comes from maintaining a steady course over time.

Hexagram 32 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"亨，利貞。利有攸往。"
(Hēng, lì zhēn. Lì yǒu yōu wǎng.)
English Translation:
“Duration. Success. Perseverance furthers. It is favorable to have somewhere to go.”

This hexagram advises perseverance and stability. Success comes from maintaining a steady course, and it is favorable to have a clear direction. Endurance brings long-lasting success.

Hexagram 32 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"雷風，恆。君子以立不易方。"
(Léi fēng, héng. Jūn zǐ yǐ lì bù yì fāng.)
English Translation:
“Thunder and wind: The image of Duration. The superior person stands firm and does not change their direction.”

The image of thunder and wind represents the forces of nature that persist over time. The superior person, like these forces, stands firm and does not change their direction easily. Consistency and stability are key to success.

Line 2 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"悔亡。"
(Huǐ wáng.)
English Translation:
“Regret disappears.”

This line advises patience and perseverance. By staying the course and being consistent, regret fades, and the situation improves over time.

Line 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"不恆其德，或承之羞，貞吝。"
(Bù héng qí dé, huò chéng zhī xiū, zhēn lìn.)
English Translation:
“If one does not persevere in virtue, shame follows. Perseverance brings regret.”

This line warns against failing to maintain consistency in virtue. Without perseverance, shame and regret follow. It advises staying true to one's principles to avoid misfortune.

Line 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"恆其德，貞，婦人吉，夫子凶。"
(Héng qí dé, zhēn, fù rén jí, fū zǐ xiōng.)
English Translation:
“Persevering in virtue. For a woman, good fortune. For a man, misfortune.”

This line advises perseverance in virtue but warns of different outcomes based on one's role. For a woman, patience and endurance bring good fortune. For a man, failure to adapt may lead to misfortune.

Changing to:

45. Gathering Together (萃 Cuì)

Trigrams

Above
☱ Dùi (Lake)
Below
☷ Kūn (Earth)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 45

Hexagram 萃 (Cuì) represents gathering together or assembling. This hexagram speaks of the strength and unity that come from collective efforts. Success comes from mutual support, working toward a common goal, and joining forces to overcome challenges.

Hexagram 45 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"萃，亨。王假有廟，利見大人，亨，利貞。"
(Cuì, hēng. Wáng jiǎ yǒu miào, lì jiàn dàrén, hēng, lì zhēn.)
English Translation:
“Gathering Together. Success. The king approaches his temple. It is favorable to meet the great person. Success. Perseverance furthers.”

This hexagram advises coming together for a common purpose. Success comes from collective efforts and seeking wise counsel. The image of the king approaching the temple symbolizes the importance of ritual, tradition, and collective harmony.

Hexagram 45 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"澤上于地，萃。君子以除戎器，戒不虞。"
(Zé shàng yú dì, cuì. Jūn zǐ yǐ chú róng qì, jiè bù yú.)
English Translation:
“The lake rises up to the earth: The image of Gathering Together. The superior person takes up weapons of war and guards against unexpected attacks.”

The image of the lake rising to the earth symbolizes unity and preparation. The superior person remains vigilant and prepared, guarding against unforeseen dangers, while fostering harmony and unity within the group.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team