I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 49 with Changing Lines 3, 4, 6 to Hexagram 42
Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 49.3.4.6 -> 42
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 3 Changing
"征凶，貞厲，革言三就，有孚。"
(Zhēng xiōng, zhēn lì, gé yán sān jiù, yǒu fú.)
“Going forward brings misfortune. Perseverance brings danger. The change is spoken of three times, and then there is sincerity.”
This line warns of acting too hastily in making a change. It advises waiting for clarity and consensus (symbolized by the three discussions) before proceeding with sincerity. Patience ensures the transformation is successful.
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 6 Changing
"君子豹變，小人革面，征凶，居貞吉。"
(Jūn zǐ bào biàn, xiǎo rén gé miàn, zhēng xiōng, jū zhēn jí.)
“The superior person changes like a leopard. The inferior person changes their face. Going forward brings misfortune. Remaining firm brings good fortune.”
This line contrasts the true, natural change of the superior person (symbolized by the leopard’s spots) with the superficial change of the inferior person (changing their face). It warns against insincere or false transformations. Remaining firm in one’s values brings good fortune.
Changing to:
42. Increase (益 Yì)
Trigrams
- Above
- ☴ Xùn (Wind)
- Below
- ☳ Zhèn (Thunder)
The Symbolism of Hexagram 42
Hexagram 益 (Yì) represents increase, growth, or expansion. This hexagram speaks of a time when positive developments and opportunities for growth are present. Success comes from giving and sharing with others, which leads to mutual benefit and prosperity.
Hexagram 42 Judgment
"益，利有攸往，利涉大川。"
(Yì, lì yǒu yōu wǎng, lì shè dà chuān.)
“Increase. It is favorable to have somewhere to go. It is favorable to cross the great river.”
This hexagram advises taking advantage of opportunities for growth. Moving forward with purpose and crossing challenges (symbolized by the great river) brings success. By being generous and sharing resources, one fosters mutual prosperity.
Hexagram 42 Image
"風雷，益。君子以見善則遷，有過則改。"
(Fēng léi, yì. Jūn zǐ yǐ jiàn shàn zé qiān, yǒu guò zé gǎi.)
“Wind and thunder: The image of Increase. The superior person sees good and moves toward it. If they see a mistake, they correct it.”
The image of wind and thunder represents dynamic energy and growth. The superior person uses this energy to recognize opportunities for improvement and correction. By moving toward what is good and correcting errors, one fosters growth and success.
Peace and wisdom on your journey!
With gratitude,
The I Ching Team