I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 45 with Changing Lines 1, 4, 5, 6 to Hexagram 27

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 45.1.4.5.6 -> 27

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

45. Gathering Together

Yang Yin Yin Yin Yin Yang

27. The Corners of the Mouth (Providing Nourishment)

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.

Line 1 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"有孚不終，乃亂乃萃。若號，一握為笑，勿恤，往無咎。"
(Yǒu fú bù zhōng, nǎi luàn nǎi cuì. Ruò hào, yī wò wéi xiào, wù xù, wǎng wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“Trust is incomplete. First there is disorder, then gathering. If one cries out and then laughs, there is no need to worry. Going forward brings no blame.”

Initial trust is lacking, causing confusion before unity is achieved. By expressing concerns and persevering, harmony is restored. Moving forward carries no blame.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"大吉无咎。"
(Dà jí wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“Great good fortune. No blame.”

This line signifies a harmonious gathering with clear intentions, resulting in great success and freedom from blame.

Line 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"萃有位，无咎。匪孚，元永貞，悔亡。"
(Cuì yǒu wèi, wú jiù. Fěi fú, yuán yǒng zhēn, huǐ wáng.)
English Translation:
“Gathering in a position of authority. No blame. Though trust may be lacking, perseverance over time brings the removal of regret.”

Leadership in a gathering may face challenges of trust, but patience and integrity ultimately dissolve doubts and foster unity.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"齎咨涕洟，无咎。"
(Jī zī tì yí, wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“One weeps and sobs. No blame.”

Emotional release is necessary and cathartic in this situation. Allowing grief or sadness to flow leads to healing and greater unity without blame.

Changing to:

27. The Corners of the Mouth (Providing Nourishment) (頤 Yí)

Trigrams

Above
☶ Gèn (Mountain)
Below
☳ Zhèn (Thunder)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 27

Hexagram 頤 (Yí) symbolizes nourishment and the act of taking in what is necessary to sustain life. This hexagram speaks of both physical and spiritual nourishment. Success comes from being mindful of what one consumes and from nurturing others.

Hexagram 27 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"頤，貞吉。觀頤，自求口實。"
(Yí, zhēn jí. Guān yí, zì qiú kǒu shí.)
English Translation:
“Nourishment. Perseverance brings good fortune. Observe how you provide nourishment and seek your own source of sustenance.”

This hexagram advises mindfulness about how one nourishes both body and spirit. It suggests that success comes from being careful about what one consumes—whether food, thoughts, or influences—and also from nurturing others with integrity.

Hexagram 27 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"山下有雷，頤。君子以慎言語，節飲食。"
(Shān xià yǒu léi, yí. Jūn zǐ yǐ shèn yán yǔ, jié yǐn shí.)
English Translation:
“Thunder beneath the mountain: The image of Nourishment. The superior person is careful in their words and moderate in eating and drinking.”

The image of thunder under the mountain represents the need for careful and moderate action. The superior person nourishes themselves by being mindful of what they say and by practicing moderation in all things.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team