I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 35 with Changing Lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 to Hexagram 11

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 35.1.2.3.4.6 -> 11

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

35. Progress

Yin Yin Yin Yang Yang Yang

11. Peace

35. Progress (晉 Jìn)

Trigrams

Above
☲ Lí (Fire)
Below
☴ Xùn (Wind)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 35

Hexagram 晉 (Jìn) represents progress and advancement. This hexagram speaks of a time of rapid movement and development, fueled by enthusiasm and the support of others. Success comes from steady, forward motion and remaining adaptable.

Hexagram 35 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"晉，康侯用錫馬蕃庶，晝日三接。"
(Jìn, kāng hóu yòng xī mǎ fán shù, zhòu rì sān jiē.)
English Translation:
“Progress. The prince is honored with horses in large numbers. He is granted audience three times in one day.”

This hexagram describes a time of rapid progress, where great honors and opportunities come frequently. Success comes from maintaining this momentum and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise.

Hexagram 35 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"明出地上，晉。君子以自昭明德。"
(Míng chū dì shàng, jìn. Jūn zǐ yǐ zì zhāo míng dé.)
English Translation:
“The sun rises above the earth: The image of Progress. The superior person illuminates their own virtue.”

The image of the sun rising represents progress and growth. The superior person uses this time to bring clarity and illumination to their virtues, spreading light and understanding to others.

Line 1 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"晉如摧如，貞吉。罔孚，裕无咎。"
(Jìn rú cuī rú, zhēn jí. Wǎng fú, yù wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“Progressing but hindered. Perseverance brings good fortune. No blame for not being believed.”

This line describes progress that is hindered or blocked, but perseverance leads to success. Although others may not believe in the progress at first, remaining steady ensures good fortune.

Line 2 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"晉如，愁如，貞吉。受茲介福于其王母。"
(Jìn rú, chóu rú, zhēn jí. Shòu zī jiè fú yú qí wáng mǔ.)
English Translation:
“Advancing with sorrow. Perseverance brings good fortune. Receiving a great blessing from the queen mother.”

This line describes progress that is accompanied by sorrow or difficulty, but perseverance leads to blessings. A great reward or support comes from a higher power, symbolized by the queen mother.

Line 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"眾允，悔亡。"
(Zhòng yǔn, huǐ wáng.)
English Translation:
“All are in agreement. Regret disappears.”

This line describes a time when everyone is aligned and in agreement, which leads to the removal of regret or hesitation. Progress moves forward smoothly when there is unity and consensus.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"晉如鼫鼠，貞厲。"
(Jìn rú shí shǔ, zhēn lì.)
English Translation:
“Advancing like a rat. Perseverance brings danger.”

This line warns against advancing in a sneaky or underhanded way, like a rat. Although perseverance is advised, acting in a less-than-honorable manner brings danger. It advises caution in how one moves forward.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"晉其角，維用伐邑，厲吉，无咎，貞吝。"
(Jìn qí jiǎo, wéi yòng fá yì, lì jí, wú jiù, zhēn lìn.)
English Translation:
“Advancing with horns. Only to conquer the city. Danger, but good fortune. No blame, but perseverance leads to regret.”

This line describes aggressive progress, like advancing with horns. It suggests danger but also good fortune, especially in conquering challenges. However, perseverance may lead to regret if not tempered with wisdom.

Changing to:

11. Peace (泰 Tài)

Trigrams

Above
☷ Kūn (Earth)
Below
☰ Qián (Heaven)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 11

Hexagram 泰 (Tài) symbolizes peace and harmony. This hexagram represents a time when heaven and earth are in perfect balance, and all things function smoothly. It signifies a period of prosperity, ease, and stability.

Hexagram 11 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"泰，小往大来，吉亨。"
(Tài, xiǎo wǎng dà lái, jí hēng.)
English Translation:
“Peace. The small departs, the great approaches. Good fortune and success.”

This hexagram signifies a time of transition when small, petty concerns fall away, and larger, more significant matters take their place. It is a time of prosperity and harmony, where everything flows smoothly, bringing good fortune and success.

Hexagram 11 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"天地交泰，后以财成天地之道，辅相天地之宜，以左右民。"
(Tiān dì jiāo tài, hòu yǐ cái chéng tiān dì zhī dào, fǔ xiāng tiān dì zhī yí, yǐ zuǒ yòu mín.)
English Translation:
“Heaven and earth unite: The image of Peace. The ruler completes the cycle of heaven and earth, supports harmony, and ensures the welfare of the people.”

The image of heaven and earth in harmony represents a time when all elements work together in perfect balance. The wise ruler uses this time to support and enhance the natural order, ensuring that the people prosper and that peace and harmony are maintained.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team