I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 32 with Changing Lines 3, 4, 5, 6 to Hexagram 59

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 32.3.4.5.6 -> 59

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

32. Duration

Yang Yang Yin Yin Yang Yin

59. Dispersion

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 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 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"田无禽。"
(Tián wú qín.)
English Translation:
“No game in the field.”

This line describes a situation where efforts yield no results, symbolized by an empty field. It advises accepting that some efforts may not bring immediate rewards and to remain patient.

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.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"振恆，凶。"
(Zhèn héng, xiōng.)
English Translation:
“Shaking endurance. Misfortune.”

This line warns against inconsistency and instability. If one's endurance is shaken and they cannot maintain their course, misfortune follows. It advises finding stability and avoiding sudden changes.

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