I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 53 with Changing Lines 1, 6 to Hexagram 63

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 53.1.6 -> 63

53. Development (漸 Jiàn)

Trigrams

Above
☴ Xùn (Wind)
Below
☶ Gèn (Mountain)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 53

Hexagram 漸 (Jiàn) represents gradual development or progress. This hexagram speaks of a time when slow, steady progress leads to success. Success comes from patience, perseverance, and a clear vision of long-term goals.

Hexagram 53 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"漸,女歸吉,利貞。"
(Jiàn, nǚ guī jí, lì zhēn.)
English Translation:
“Development. The woman’s marriage brings good fortune. Perseverance furthers.”

This hexagram advises gradual, steady progress in any endeavor. Just as a marriage requires time and effort to succeed, so too do all long-term goals. Perseverance and patience lead to good fortune and lasting success.

Hexagram 53 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"山上有木,漸。君子以居賢德善俗。"
(Shān shàng yǒu mù, jiàn. Jūn zǐ yǐ jū xián dé shàn sú.)
English Translation:
“Wood on the mountain: The image of Development. The superior person lives with virtue and improves customs.”

The image of wood slowly growing on a mountain symbolizes gradual progress. The superior person, like the wood, patiently builds virtue and improves the customs of society through steady effort and commitment to high ideals.

Line 1 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"鴻漸于干,小子厲,有言,无咎。"
(Hóng jiàn yú gān, xiǎo zǐ lì, yǒu yán, wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“The wild goose gradually approaches the shore. The young son is in danger. There are words, but no blame.”

This line describes the early stages of progress, where things are still uncertain and fragile. The young son symbolizes inexperience, and the words represent advice or guidance. By listening to advice, one avoids blame and continues to progress.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"鴻漸于陸,其羽可用為儀,吉。"
(Hóng jiàn yú lù, qí yǔ kě yòng wéi yí, jí.)
English Translation:
“The wild goose gradually reaches the land. Its feathers can be used for ceremony. Good fortune.”

This line describes the final stage of development, where success is fully realized, symbolized by the wild goose reaching the land. The feathers represent beauty and usefulness, indicating that progress has led to something valuable and good fortune follows.

Changing to:

63. After Completion (既濟 Jì Jì)

Trigrams

Above
☵ Kǎn (Water)
Below
☲ Lí (Fire)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 63

Hexagram 既濟 (Jì Jì) represents the state after completion, symbolizing a time when a task or project is finished, but vigilance is still required. This hexagram speaks of the dangers that arise after success. Success comes from maintaining balance and being cautious, even after achieving goals.

Hexagram 63 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"既濟,亨小,利貞。初吉,終亂。"
(Jì jì, hēng xiǎo, lì zhēn. Chū jí, zhōng luàn.)
English Translation:
“After Completion. Success in small matters. Perseverance furthers. At the beginning, good fortune. At the end, disorder.”

This hexagram advises caution after completing a task or achieving success. While small matters may still be successful, it is important to remain vigilant, as the end of a project can bring disorder if one becomes complacent.

Hexagram 63 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"水在火上,既濟。君子以思患而預防之。"
(Shuǐ zài huǒ shàng, jì jì. Jūn zǐ yǐ sī huàn ér yù fáng zhī.)
English Translation:
“Water over fire: The image of After Completion. The superior person considers danger and takes precautions.”

The image of water over fire symbolizes the balance between opposing forces. The superior person, like the elements, remains aware of potential dangers and takes preventive measures to avoid disaster.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team