I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 53 with Changing Lines 2, 3, 5, 6 to Hexagram 7

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 53.2.3.5.6 -> 7

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

53. Development

Yin Yin Yin Yin Yang Yin

7. The Army

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 2 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"鴻漸于磐，飲食衎衎，吉。"
(Hóng jiàn yú pán, yǐn shí kàn kàn, jí.)
English Translation:
“The wild goose gradually approaches the rock. There is food and drink. Good fortune.”

This line describes a stage of development where stability is reached, symbolized by the rock. The food and drink represent nourishment and support, indicating that progress is being sustained and good fortune follows.

Line 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"鴻漸于陸，夫徵不復，婦孕不育，凶；利禦寇。"
(Hóng jiàn yú lù, fū zhēng bù fù, fù yùn bù yù, xiōng; lì yù kòu.)
English Translation:
“The wild goose gradually approaches the land. The husband goes on a journey and does not return. The wife is pregnant but does not give birth. Misfortune. It is favorable to resist robbers.”

This line speaks of challenges and setbacks in the process of development, symbolized by the husband’s absence and the failed pregnancy. However, it advises defending against external threats and staying vigilant, as this leads to protection and eventual success.

Line 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"鴻漸于陵，婦三歲不孕，終莫之勝，吉。"
(Hóng jiàn yú líng, fù sān suì bù yùn, zhōng mò zhī shèng, jí.)
English Translation:
“The wild goose gradually approaches the hill. The wife does not become pregnant for three years, but in the end, she is victorious. Good fortune.”

This line speaks of a long delay in progress, symbolized by the wife’s failure to conceive for three years. However, in the end, success is achieved, and good fortune follows. It advises patience and perseverance in long-term goals.

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:

7. The Army (師 Shī)

Trigrams

Above
☷ Kūn (Earth)
Below
☵ Kǎn (Water)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 7

Hexagram 師 (Shī) represents the army and the discipline and organization required to achieve victory. This hexagram speaks of leadership, collective effort, and the strength derived from unity and command.

Hexagram 7 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"师贞，丈人吉，无咎。"
(Shī zhēn, zhàng rén jí, wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“The Army needs perseverance and a strong leader. Good fortune. No blame.”

An army, or any collective effort, requires perseverance and a capable leader to succeed. When these conditions are met, good fortune follows, and no harm comes to those involved.

Hexagram 7 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"地中有水，師。君子以容民畜众。"
(Dì zhōng yǒu shuǐ, shī. Jūn zǐ yǐ róng mín xù zhòng.)
English Translation:
“Water is within the earth: The image of The Army. The superior person nourishes the people and builds a great community.”

The image of water within the earth represents the hidden strength and resources of a collective group. The superior person understands how to nurture and unite these resources, creating a strong and cohesive community.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team