I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 49 with Changing Lines 5 to Hexagram 55

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 49.5 -> 55

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

49. Revolution

Yin Yin Yang Yang Yin Yang

55. Abundance

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

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"革，己日乃孚。元亨，利貞，悔亡。"
(Gé, jǐ rì nǎi fú. Yuán hēng, lì zhēn, huǐ wáng.)
English Translation:
“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

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"澤中有火，革。君子以治曆明時。"
(Zé zhōng yǒu huǒ, gé. Jūn zǐ yǐ zhì lì míng shí.)
English Translation:
“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 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"大人虎變，未占有孚。"
(Dàrén hǔ biàn, wèi zhān yǒu fú.)
English Translation:
“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:

55. Abundance (豐 Fēng)

Trigrams

Above
☳ Zhèn (Thunder)
Below
☲ Lí (Fire)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 55

Hexagram 豐 (Fēng) represents abundance, fullness, and prosperity. This hexagram speaks of a time of great success, where everything flourishes and grows. Success comes from managing abundance wisely and preparing for the inevitable changes that follow prosperity.

Hexagram 55 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"豐，亨，王假之，勿憂，宜日中。"
(Fēng, hēng, wáng jiǎ zhī, wù yōu, yí rì zhōng.)
English Translation:
“Abundance. Success. The king approaches it. Do not worry. It is favorable to be at midday.”

This hexagram advises embracing the current time of abundance and success. Just as midday represents the peak of the sun’s strength, this is a time of fullness and growth. However, it also advises managing this abundance with care and preparing for future changes.

Hexagram 55 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"雷電皆至，豐。君子以折獄致刑。"
(Léi diàn jiē zhì, fēng. Jūn zǐ yǐ zhé yù zhì xíng.)
English Translation:
“Thunder and lightning arrive together: The image of Abundance. The superior person settles legal cases and administers punishment.”

The image of thunder and lightning represents the intensity and power of abundance. The superior person, like a wise ruler, uses this time of prosperity to address issues, settle disputes, and ensure justice is served.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team