I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 37 with Changing Lines 2, 3, 4 to Hexagram 10
Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 37.2.3.4 -> 10
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 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 3 Changing
"家人嗃嗃，悔厲吉；婦子嘻嘻，終吝。"
(Jiā rén hè hè, huǐ lì jí; fù zǐ xī xī, zhōng lìn.)
“The family bickers and argues. Regret turns into danger, but good fortune follows. If the wife and children are overly indulgent, there is shame in the end.”
This line warns of family discord and indulgence. While some bickering is natural, if taken too far, it leads to regret and danger. Good fortune comes from finding balance. Overindulgence leads to long-term harm.
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.
Changing to:
10. Treading (履 Lǚ)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☰ Qián (Heaven)
- Below
- ☱ Dui (Lake)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 10
Hexagram 履 (Lǚ) represents careful treading or walking. It emphasizes caution in behavior and the need for sensitivity to the conditions around you. Success comes from walking the line between boldness and discretion.
Hexagram 10 Judgment
"履虎尾，不咥人，亨。"
(Lǚ hǔ wěi, bù dié rén, hēng.)
“Treading on the tail of the tiger. It does not bite the man. Success.”
This hexagram speaks of treading in a dangerous situation, like walking on a tiger's tail. However, if one proceeds cautiously and with respect, no harm will come, and success can be achieved.
Hexagram 10 Image
"上天下泽，履。君子以辨上下，定民志。"
(Shàng tiān xià zé, lǚ. Jūn zǐ yǐ biàn shàng xià, dìng mín zhì.)
“Heaven above, the lake below: The image of Treading. The superior person discriminates between high and low, and strengthens the people’s resolve.”
The image of heaven above and the lake below suggests a balance between different forces. The superior person walks carefully, recognizing the hierarchy of forces and ensuring that the people’s resolve is firm. It is about maintaining balance and discernment.
Peace and wisdom on your journey!
With gratitude,
The I Ching Team