I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 35 with Changing Lines 1, 2, 4, 6 to Hexagram 19

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 35.1.2.4.6 -> 19

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

35. Progress

Yin Yin Yin Yin Yang Yang

19. Approach

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 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:

19. Approach (臨 Lín)

Trigrams

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

The Symbolism of Hexagram 19

Hexagram 臨 (Lín) represents approach and the movement of something toward fulfillment or completion. It signals the coming of a new season or the start of a new phase. This hexagram advises careful preparation and foresight.

Hexagram 19 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"臨，元亨，利貞。至于八月有凶。"
(Lín, yuán hēng, lì zhēn. Zhì yú bā yuè yǒu xiōng.)
English Translation:
“Approach. Supreme success. Perseverance furthers. When the eighth month comes, there will be misfortune.”

This hexagram speaks of approaching success and a period of growth or renewal. However, it also warns that success must be tempered by caution. After a time of abundance (symbolized by the eighth month), challenges may arise. Preparation and foresight are key to sustaining success.

Hexagram 19 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"地上有澤，臨。君子以教思無窮，容保民无疆。"
(Dì shàng yǒu zé, lín. Jūn zǐ yǐ jiào sī wú qióng, róng bǎo mín wú jiāng.)
English Translation:
“The earth above the lake: The image of Approach. The superior person teaches and supports without limit, and nurtures the people without boundaries.”

The image of the earth rising above the lake symbolizes the approach of abundance and renewal. The superior person uses this time to nurture and educate others, helping to sustain growth for the long term.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team