I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 46 with Changing Lines 2, 3, 4, 6 to Hexagram 35
Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 46.2.3.4.6 -> 35
46. Pushing Upward (升 Shēng)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☷ Kūn (Earth)
- Below
- ☴ Xùn (Wind)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 46
Hexagram 升 (Shēng) represents upward progress, growth, and advancement. This hexagram speaks of steady, consistent effort to improve one's position or circumstances. Success comes from persistence, gradual advancement, and humility.
Hexagram 46 Judgment
"升，元亨，用見大人，勿恤，南征吉。"
(Shēng, yuán hēng, yòng jiàn dàrén, wù xù, nán zhēng jí.)
“Pushing Upward. Supreme success. It is favorable to see the great person. Do not worry. Going south brings good fortune.”
This hexagram advises slow and steady progress toward one's goals. Success comes from seeking the guidance of a wise person, remaining patient, and advancing in a humble and deliberate manner. The direction south symbolizes a favorable course of action.
Hexagram 46 Image
"地中生木，升。君子以順德，積小以高大。"
(Dì zhōng shēng mù, shēng. Jūn zǐ yǐ shùn dé, jī xiǎo yǐ gāo dà.)
“Wood grows up from the earth: The image of Pushing Upward. The superior person, by cultivating virtue, builds small things to achieve greatness.”
The image of wood growing from the earth symbolizes slow, steady growth. The superior person cultivates their character and gradually builds up small successes into great accomplishments. Patience and consistency are key.
Line 2 Changing
"孚乃利用禴，无咎。"
(Fú nǎi lì yòng yuè, wú jiù.)
“Sincerity brings the opportunity to make a small offering. No blame.”
This line speaks of sincere efforts leading to the opportunity to contribute or offer something of value. Even a small offering brings success, and there is no blame in working steadily toward one's goals.
Line 3 Changing
"升虛邑。"
(Shēng xū yì.)
“Advancing into an empty city.”
This line describes advancing into a situation where there is no immediate reward or gain, symbolized by the empty city. It advises continuing the effort, even if progress seems slow or unrecognized at first.
Line 4 Changing
"王用亨于岐山，吉无咎。"
(Wáng yòng hēng yú qí shān, jí wú jiù.)
“The king offers sacrifices on Mount Qi. Good fortune. No blame.”
This line speaks of a leader making offerings and sacrifices to honor the higher powers, symbolized by Mount Qi. It advises humility and dedication to the greater good, which leads to success and the removal of blame.
Line 6 Changing
"冥升，利于不息之貞。"
(Míng shēng, lì yú bù xī zhī zhēn.)
“Advancing into darkness. It is beneficial to persevere without rest.”
This line describes advancing into unknown or uncertain circumstances, symbolized by darkness. It advises persevering without stopping, trusting that progress will eventually bring success, even when the path is unclear.
Changing to:
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
"晉，康侯用錫馬蕃庶，晝日三接。"
(Jìn, kāng hóu yòng xī mǎ fán shù, zhòu rì sān jiē.)
“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
"明出地上，晉。君子以自昭明德。"
(Míng chū dì shàng, jìn. Jūn zǐ yǐ zì zhāo míng dé.)
“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.
Peace and wisdom on your journey!
With gratitude,
The I Ching Team