I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 49 with Changing Lines 1, 4, 5 to Hexagram 15
Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 49.1.4.5 -> 15
49. Revolution (革 Gé)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☱ Dùi (Lake)
- Below
- ☲ Lí (Fire)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 49
Hexagram 革 (Gé) represents revolution or transformation. This hexagram speaks of a time when radical change is necessary to achieve progress. Success comes from carefully timing and executing the transformation with proper support and preparation.
Hexagram 49 Judgment
"革，己日乃孚。元亨，利貞，悔亡。"
(Gé, jǐ rì nǎi fú. Yuán hēng, lì zhēn, huǐ wáng.)
“Revolution. On your own day, you are believed. Supreme success. Perseverance brings good fortune. Regret disappears.”
This hexagram advises a time of transformation, where change is necessary for progress. Success comes from careful planning and executing the change at the right time. By remaining persistent and committed, any regrets or doubts will fade away.
Hexagram 49 Image
"澤中有火，革。君子以治曆明時。"
(Zé zhōng yǒu huǒ, gé. Jūn zǐ yǐ zhì lì míng shí.)
“Fire in the lake: The image of Revolution. The superior person sets the calendar and makes the seasons clear.”
The image of fire in the lake symbolizes the potential for transformation that lies within a stable situation. The superior person, like the fire in the lake, knows when it is time for change and sets the right timing for transformation, ensuring progress.
Line 1 Changing
"鞏用黃牛之革。"
(Gǒng yòng huáng niú zhī gé.)
“Tying the yellow cowhide for strength.”
This line describes preparing for change by strengthening one’s position, symbolized by the yellow cowhide. It advises reinforcing one's foundations before attempting a transformation.
Line 4 Changing
"悔亡，有孚改命，吉。"
(Huǐ wáng, yǒu fú gǎi mìng, jí.)
“Regret disappears. With sincerity, the mandate is changed. Good fortune.”
This line speaks of a successful transformation where old regrets fade away. By acting with sincerity, the mandate or authority is changed, bringing good fortune. It advises approaching change with integrity and care.
Line 5 Changing
"大人虎變，未占有孚。"
(Dàrén hǔ biàn, wèi zhān yǒu fú.)
“The great person changes like a tiger. Before consulting the oracle, there is already trust.”
This line describes a person of great influence who can effect change effortlessly, like a tiger changing its stripes. Their strength and integrity inspire trust, even before seeking confirmation or advice. It advises confident, bold action.
Changing to:
15. Modesty (謙 Qiān)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☷ Kūn (Earth)
- Below
- ☶ Gèn (Mountain)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 15
Hexagram 謙 (Qiān) symbolizes modesty. This hexagram represents the virtue of humility, where individuals acknowledge their limitations and act without arrogance. Modesty brings success by allowing growth and development without drawing negative attention.
Hexagram 15 Judgment
"謙亨，君子有終。"
(Qiān hēng, jūn zǐ yǒu zhōng.)
“Modesty creates success. The superior person completes their task.”
This hexagram advises modest behavior and humility as the key to success. The superior person accomplishes their goals by staying humble and grounded. Modesty allows them to remain focused and avoid unnecessary challenges.
Hexagram 15 Image
"地中有山，謙。君子以裒多益寡，稱物平施。"
(Dì zhōng yǒu shān, qiān. Jūn zǐ yǐ póu duō yì guǎ, chēng wù píng shī.)
“Within the earth, there is a mountain: The image of Modesty. The superior person reduces that which is too much and augments that which is too little, thus balancing the gift of things.”
The image of a mountain within the earth symbolizes hidden strength. The superior person uses this time to balance things, helping those with less and gently reducing the excess of those with more. This creates harmony and equilibrium in the world.
Peace and wisdom on your journey!
With gratitude,
The I Ching Team