I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 59 with Changing Lines 3, 4 to Hexagram 44

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 59.3.4 -> 44

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

59. Dispersion

Yang Yang Yang Yang Yang Yin

44. Coming to Meet

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 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.

Changing to:

44. Coming to Meet (姤 Gòu)

Trigrams

Above
☰ Qián (Heaven)
Below
☴ Xùn (Wind)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 44

Hexagram 姤 (Gòu) represents an unexpected encounter or meeting. This hexagram speaks of sudden developments or the arrival of someone or something unexpected. Success comes from being prepared and handling the encounter with care.

Hexagram 44 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"姤，女壯，勿用取女。"
(Gòu, nǚ zhuàng, wù yòng qǔ nǚ.)
English Translation:
“Coming to Meet. The woman is strong. Do not marry such a woman.”

This hexagram advises caution when dealing with unexpected encounters, especially if the situation involves a strong or dominant force. The reference to not marrying such a woman speaks to the need for careful consideration and not rushing into commitments.

Hexagram 44 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"天下有風，姤。後以施命誥四方。"
(Tiān xià yǒu fēng, gòu. Hòu yǐ shī mìng gào sìfāng.)
English Translation:
“Wind beneath heaven: The image of Coming to Meet. The superior person announces their commands to the four corners of the world.”

The image of wind beneath heaven represents a message or announcement being carried far and wide. The superior person, like the wind, spreads their influence and communicates clearly with others.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team