I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 55 with Changing Lines 1, 4 to Hexagram 15

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 55.1.4 -> 15

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

55. Abundance

Yin Yin Yin Yang Yin Yin

15. Modesty

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.

Line 1 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"遇其配主，虽旬无咎，往有尚。"
(Yù qí pèi zhǔ, suī xún wú jiù, wǎng yǒu shàng.)
English Translation:
“Meeting your match. Even for ten days, there is no blame. Going forward is favorable.”

This line speaks of meeting an equal or partner who can assist in managing abundance. Although there may be a delay (symbolized by the ten days), moving forward with the right support brings success.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"豐其蔀，日中見斗，遇其夷主，吉。"
(Fēng qí bù, rì zhōng jiàn dǒu, yù qí yí zhǔ, jí.)
English Translation:
“Abundance under the cover. At midday, one sees the constellation. Meeting the leader of the tribe. Good fortune.”

This line describes a situation where abundance is still partly hidden, but progress is made by meeting a wise leader or guide. With the right support, good fortune follows.

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

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"謙亨，君子有終。"
(Qiān hēng, jūn zǐ yǒu zhōng.)
English Translation:
“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

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"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.)
English Translation:
“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