I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 59 with Changing Lines 2, 3, 4, 6 to Hexagram 31

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 59.2.3.4.6 -> 31

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

59. Dispersion

Yin Yang Yang Yang Yin Yin

31. Influence (Wooing)

59. Dispersion (渙 Huàn)

Trigrams

Above
☴ Xùn (Wind)
Below
☵ Kǎn (Water)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 59

Hexagram 渙 (Huàn) represents dispersion or dissolution, symbolizing the scattering of obstacles or rigid structures. This hexagram speaks of a time when rigidity and blockages are being dissolved, allowing for movement and renewal. Success comes from breaking down barriers and freeing up resources.

Hexagram 59 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"渙，亨。王假有廟，利涉大川，利貞。"
(Huàn, hēng. Wáng jiǎ yǒu miào, lì shè dà chuān, lì zhēn.)
English Translation:
“Dispersion. Success. The king approaches his temple. It is favorable to cross the great river. Perseverance furthers.”

This hexagram advises breaking down obstacles and removing barriers to progress. By dispersing rigid structures or habits, success follows. It is favorable to take bold actions, symbolized by crossing the great river, but perseverance is essential.

Hexagram 59 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"風行水上，渙。先王以享于帝立廟。"
(Fēng xíng shuǐ shàng, huàn. Xiān wáng yǐ xiǎng yú dì lì miào.)
English Translation:
“Wind moves over the water: The image of Dispersion. The ancient kings offered sacrifices to heaven and built temples.”

The image of wind moving over water represents the power to dissolve obstacles and create movement. The superior person, like the ancient kings, makes offerings and creates structures to channel this energy toward positive outcomes.

Line 2 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"渙奔其機，悔亡。"
(Huàn bēn qí jī, huǐ wáng.)
English Translation:
“Dispersion hastens toward its goal. Regret disappears.”

This line describes a situation where obstacles are rapidly breaking down, allowing for swift progress. Any previous regrets or challenges are dissolved as the path becomes clear. It advises staying focused and moving forward.

Line 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"渙其躬，无悔。"
(Huàn qí gōng, wú huǐ.)
English Translation:
“Dispersion of the self. No regret.”

This line speaks of letting go of personal attachments or ego in order to break through barriers. By dispersing rigid self-interest, progress is made, and there is no regret. It advises selflessness and openness to change.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"渙其群，元吉。渙有丘，匪夷所思。"
(Huàn qí qún, yuán jí. Huàn yǒu qiū, fěi yí suǒ sī.)
English Translation:
“Dispersion of the group. Great good fortune. Dispersion brings a mound. Not an ordinary thought.”

This line describes breaking down group structures or conventions, leading to great good fortune. The mound symbolizes something new and positive arising from the dissolution. It advises thinking creatively and outside the box to achieve success.

Line 6 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"渙其血，去逖出，无咎。"
(Huàn qí xuè, qù tì chū, wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“Dispersion of blood. Departing far away. No blame.”

This line describes the complete dissolution of old patterns or attachments, symbolized by the dispersion of blood. By moving far away from the past, there is no blame. It advises making a clean break from harmful or stagnant situations.

Changing to:

31. Influence (Wooing) (咸 Xián)

Trigrams

Above
☱ Dui (Lake)
Below
☶ Gèn (Mountain)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 31

Hexagram 咸 (Xián) symbolizes influence, attraction, and the power of mutual response. This hexagram speaks of relationships, attraction, and how one person or force influences another. Success comes from subtle influence rather than force.

Hexagram 31 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"咸，亨，利貞。取女吉。"
(Xián, hēng, lì zhēn. Qǔ nǚ jí.)
English Translation:
“Influence. Success. Perseverance furthers. Taking a wife brings good fortune.”

This hexagram advises subtle influence and mutual attraction. Success comes from steady, gentle influence, not force. In relationships, like marriage, mutual respect and attraction bring good fortune.

Hexagram 31 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"山上有澤，咸。君子以虛受人。"
(Shān shàng yǒu zé, xián. Jūn zǐ yǐ xū shòu rén.)
English Translation:
“Lake on the mountain: The image of Influence. The superior person is open to receiving others.”

The image of the lake on the mountain represents openness and receptivity. The superior person, like the lake, is open to receiving others and is influenced by their surroundings. This receptiveness allows for mutual influence and growth.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team