I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 37 with Changing Lines 1, 2, 4, 5 to Hexagram 50
Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 37.1.2.4.5 -> 50
37. The Family (家人 Jiā Rén)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☴ Xùn (Wind)
- Below
- ☲ Lí (Fire)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 37
Hexagram 家人 (Jiā Rén) symbolizes the structure and harmony of the family. This hexagram speaks of order, mutual care, and proper relationships within the family unit. Success comes from cultivating harmony and fulfilling responsibilities.
Hexagram 37 Judgment
"家人，利女貞。"
(Jiā rén, lì nǚ zhēn.)
“The Family. It is favorable for the woman to persevere.”
This hexagram emphasizes the importance of harmony and order in the family, with a particular focus on the role of the woman in maintaining the household. Success comes from fulfilling responsibilities and persevering in one's duties.
Hexagram 37 Image
"風自火出，家人。君子以言有物，行有恆。"
(Fēng zì huǒ chū, jiā rén. Jūn zǐ yǐ yán yǒu wù, xíng yǒu héng.)
“Wind comes forth from fire: The image of The Family. The superior person speaks with substance and acts with consistency.”
The image of wind coming forth from fire represents the dynamic energy of the family. The superior person, like a family leader, speaks and acts with consistency, ensuring harmony and order within the household.
Line 1 Changing
"閑有家，悔亡。"
(Xián yǒu jiā, huǐ wáng.)
“Keeping the family together. Regret disappears.”
This line advises maintaining harmony within the family. By keeping the family united and fostering cooperation, any regrets or discord disappear.
Line 2 Changing
"无攸遂，在中饋，貞吉。"
(Wú yōu suì, zài zhōng kuì, zhēn jí.)
“There is no separation. She maintains the household. Perseverance brings good fortune.”
This line focuses on the role of the woman in keeping the family and household together. By fulfilling her duties with perseverance, good fortune follows, and the family remains united.
Line 4 Changing
"富家，大吉。"
(Fù jiā, dà jí.)
“A wealthy family. Great good fortune.”
This line describes a family that is both prosperous and harmonious. Wealth and success in the family bring great good fortune when order and harmony are maintained.
Line 5 Changing
"王假有家，勿恤吉。"
(Wáng jiǎ yǒu jiā, wù xù jí.)
“The king approaches the family. Do not worry. Good fortune.”
This line speaks of the influence of a higher power, such as the king, on the family. It advises not to worry, as the presence of a wise leader brings good fortune and stability to the household.
Changing to:
50. The Cauldron (鼎 Dǐng)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☲ Lí (Fire)
- Below
- ☴ Xùn (Wind)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 50
Hexagram 鼎 (Dǐng) represents a cauldron, symbolizing nourishment and transformation. This hexagram speaks of a time when one’s resources and abilities are being refined and used to nourish and support others. Success comes from utilizing what is in the cauldron and making something valuable.
Hexagram 50 Judgment
"鼎，元吉，亨。"
(Dǐng, yuán jí, hēng.)
“The Cauldron. Great good fortune. Success.”
This hexagram advises a time of great transformation and nourishment. Like a cauldron cooking food, one’s resources and abilities are being refined to create something valuable. Success comes from sharing this nourishment with others.
Hexagram 50 Image
"木上有火，鼎。君子以正位凝命。"
(Mù shàng yǒu huǒ, dǐng. Jūn zǐ yǐ zhèng wèi níng mìng.)
“Fire over wood: The image of The Cauldron. The superior person makes their position correct and consolidates their destiny.”
The image of fire over wood represents the process of cooking and transforming raw ingredients into something nourishing. The superior person, like the cauldron, uses their resources and position to create something lasting and valuable.
Peace and wisdom on your journey!
With gratitude,
The I Ching Team