I Ching Oracle Result: Hexagram 32 (Unchanging)

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 32 Unchanging

Young Yin Young Yin Young Yang Young Yang Young Yang Young Yin

32. Duration

Yin Yin Yang Yang Yang Yin

32. Duration

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.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team