I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 55 with Changing Lines 4, 6 to Hexagram 22

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 55.4.6 -> 22

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

55. Abundance

Yang Yin Yin Yang Yin Yang

22. Grace

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 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.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"豐其屋，蔀其家，闚其戶，闃其无人，三歲不覿，凶。"
(Fēng qí wū, bù qí jiā, kuī qí hù, què qí wú rén, sān suì bù dí, xiōng.)
English Translation:
“Abundance in the house. The family is hidden. One peers through the door and sees no one. For three years, no one is seen. Misfortune.”

This line warns of isolation or neglect in a time of abundance. Although there may be prosperity, if one becomes too isolated or disconnected from others, misfortune follows. It advises staying connected and avoiding excessive self-reliance.

Changing to:

22. Grace (賁 Bì)

Trigrams

Above
☶ Gèn (Mountain)
Below
☲ Lí (Fire)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 22

Hexagram 賁 (Bì) represents grace, beauty, and adornment. This hexagram speaks of the power of beauty and form in enhancing life. Grace does not replace substance but enhances it.

Hexagram 22 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"賁，亨，小利有攸往。"
(Bì, hēng, xiǎo lì yǒu yōu wǎng.)
English Translation:
“Grace brings success. It is not favorable to take large ventures; small ventures are beneficial.”

This hexagram advises focusing on grace and beauty in one's actions. Small, careful ventures bring success. The hexagram suggests that too much focus on appearance can lead to problems unless substance and action are in balance.

Hexagram 22 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"山下有火，賁。君子以明庶政，无敢折獄。"
(Shān xià yǒu huǒ, bì. Jūn zǐ yǐ míng shù zhèng, wú gǎn zhé yù.)
English Translation:
“Fire at the foot of the mountain: The image of Grace. The superior person brings clarity to governance but does not make final judgments.”

The image of fire at the base of the mountain represents the beauty and clarity that come from grace. The superior person focuses on clarity and transparency in governance but does not rush into decisions or judgments.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team