I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 35 with Changing Lines 5, 6 to Hexagram 45

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 35.5.6 -> 45

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

35. Progress

Yin Yang Yang Yin Yin Yin

45. Gathering Together

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 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"悔亡，失得勿恤，往吉，無不利。"
(Huǐ wáng, shī dé wù xù, wǎng jí, wú bù lì.)
English Translation:
“Regret disappears. Do not worry about loss or gain. Going forward brings good fortune. Everything is favorable.”

This line advises not to worry about material loss or gain. By moving forward with confidence, good fortune follows. It is a time when everything is favorable and regret fades away.

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:

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