I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 41 with Changing Lines 1, 3, 5 to Hexagram 57
Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 41.1.3.5 -> 57
41. Decrease (損 Sǔn)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☶ Gèn (Mountain)
- Below
- ☱ Dùi (Lake)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 41
Hexagram 損 (Sǔn) represents decrease or reduction. This hexagram speaks of a time when one must let go of excess or make sacrifices in order to achieve balance. Success comes from willingly accepting limitations and making wise reductions.
Hexagram 41 Judgment
"損,有孚,元吉,無咎。可貞,利有攸往。"
(Sǔn, yǒu fú, yuán jí, wú jiù. Kě zhēn, lì yǒu yōu wǎng.)
“Decrease. There is sincerity. Great good fortune. No blame. Perseverance furthers. It is favorable to have somewhere to go.”
This hexagram advises willingly accepting decrease or sacrifice. Success comes from maintaining sincerity and making wise reductions. By persevering through this period of decrease, one finds good fortune and is able to move forward.
Hexagram 41 Image
"山下有澤,損。君子以懲忿窒欲。"
(Shān xià yǒu zé, sǔn. Jūn zǐ yǐ chéng fèn zhì yù.)
“There is a lake beneath the mountain: The image of Decrease. The superior person controls anger and restrains desires.”
The image of a lake under a mountain represents a time of decrease or limitation. The superior person, like the mountain holding back the lake, controls their emotions and desires, accepting the need for restraint.
Line 1 Changing
"已事遄往,無咎,酌損之。"
(Yǐ shì chuán wǎng, wú jiù, zhuó sǔn zhī.)
“Finished with affairs, quickly move on. No blame. Consider making a reduction.”
This line advises completing current tasks and moving on without delay. It suggests considering where reductions or sacrifices can be made in order to progress without blame or difficulty.
Line 3 Changing
"三人行,則損一人。一人行,則得其友。"
(Sān rén xíng, zé sǔn yī rén. Yī rén xíng, zé dé qí yǒu.)
“When three people journey together, one is subtracted. When one person journeys alone, they find a companion.”
This line speaks of decrease within a group. When too many are involved, one must be removed for balance. However, if one travels alone, they will find a helpful companion. It advises understanding the dynamics of groups and individuals.
Line 5 Changing
"或益之,十朋之龜弗克違,元吉。"
(Huò yì zhī, shí péng zhī guī fú kè wéi, yuán jí.)
“Someone increases it. A tortoise of ten friends cannot oppose it. Great good fortune.”
This line speaks of an unexpected increase or gift that cannot be refused. Like a valuable tortoise offered by ten friends, this increase brings great good fortune. It advises accepting help or increase when it comes.
Changing to:
57. The Gentle (巽 Xùn)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☴ Xùn (Wind)
- Below
- ☴ Xùn (Wind)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 57
Hexagram 巽 (Xùn) represents the gentle, penetrating influence of wind. This hexagram speaks of subtlety and gradual progress. Success comes from gentle persistence, allowing time for small influences to create great changes.
Hexagram 57 Judgment
"巽,小亨,利有攸往,利見大人。"
(Xùn, xiǎo hēng, lì yǒu yōu wǎng, lì jiàn dàrén.)
“The Gentle. Small success. It is favorable to have somewhere to go. It is favorable to see the great person.”
This hexagram advises taking small, gradual steps toward progress. Like the wind, influence is subtle but consistent. Success comes from moving forward carefully and seeking wise counsel when needed.
Hexagram 57 Image
"隨風,巽。君子以申命行事。"
(Suí fēng, xùn. Jūn zǐ yǐ shēn mìng xíng shì.)
“Wind following wind: The image of The Gentle. The superior person uses clear orders and acts with authority.”
The image of wind following wind represents a situation where influence builds gradually, reinforcing itself over time. The superior person, like the wind, acts with gentle authority and clear guidance, ensuring progress through consistency.
Peace and wisdom on your journey!
With gratitude,
The I Ching Team