I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 61 with Changing Lines 1, 2, 3, 4 to Hexagram 33

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 61.1.2.3.4 -> 33

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

61. Inner Truth

Yang Yang Yang Yang Yin Yin

33. Retreat

61. Inner Truth (中孚 Zhōng Fú)

Trigrams

Above
☴ Xùn (Wind)
Below
☱ Duì (Lake)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 61

Hexagram 中孚 (Zhōng Fú) represents inner truth, symbolizing sincerity, faithfulness, and trust. This hexagram speaks of the importance of being true to oneself and others. Success comes from acting with sincerity and building trust in relationships.

Hexagram 61 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"中孚，豚魚吉，利涉大川，利貞。"
(Zhōng fú, tún yú jí, lì shè dà chuān, lì zhēn.)
English Translation:
“Inner Truth. Pigs and fish. Good fortune. It is favorable to cross the great river. Perseverance furthers.”

This hexagram advises acting with sincerity and faithfulness. Success comes from being true to oneself and building trust. It is also favorable to take on significant challenges, symbolized by crossing the great river.

Hexagram 61 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"風行澤中，中孚。君子以議獄緩死。"
(Fēng xíng zé zhōng, zhōng fú. Jūn zǐ yǐ yì yù huǎn sǐ.)
English Translation:
“Wind moves over the lake: The image of Inner Truth. The superior person discusses legal cases to delay executions.”

The image of wind moving over the lake represents the power of gentle influence and trust. The superior person, like the wind, uses their influence to ensure fairness and mercy, especially in difficult situations.

Line 1 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"虞吉，有它不燕。"
(Yú jí, yǒu tā bù yàn.)
English Translation:
“Sincerity brings good fortune. Other matters are not of concern.”

This line advises focusing on sincerity and faithfulness. By staying true to oneself and others, good fortune follows, and there is no need to worry about external distractions or complications.

Line 2 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"鳴鶴在陰，其子和之，我有好爵，吾與爾靡之。"
(Míng hè zài yīn, qí zǐ hé zhī, wǒ yǒu hǎo jué, wú yǔ ěr mǐ zhī.)
English Translation:
“The crane calls in the shade. Its young respond harmoniously. I have a good goblet. I will share it with you.”

This line speaks of harmony and mutual support in relationships. Like the crane and its young, sincerity and communication lead to joy and cooperation. Sharing one's good fortune with others brings happiness and success.

Line 3 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"得敵，或鼓或罷，或泣或歌。"
(Dé dí, huò gǔ huò bà, huò qì huò gē.)
English Translation:
“Finding an enemy. Sometimes beating the drum, sometimes retreating. Sometimes weeping, sometimes singing.”

This line describes a situation where one encounters conflict or opposition. The response is mixed—sometimes aggressive, sometimes passive, sometimes joyful, and sometimes sorrowful. It advises remaining sincere and flexible in dealing with conflict.

Line 4 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"月幾望，馬匹亡，無咎。"
(Yuè jī wàng, mǎ pǐ wáng, wú jiù.)
English Translation:
“The moon is nearly full. The horses disappear. No blame.”

This line speaks of a time when progress is nearly complete, symbolized by the full moon. Although there may be temporary setbacks (symbolized by the loss of the horses), there is no blame. It advises patience and trust in the process.

Changing to:

33. Retreat (遯 Dùn)

Trigrams

Above
☰ Qián (Heaven)
Below
☶ Gèn (Mountain)

The Symbolism of Hexagram 33

Hexagram 遯 (Dùn) symbolizes strategic retreat in the face of superior forces. This hexagram speaks of the wisdom in knowing when to withdraw and conserve strength rather than continue fighting a losing battle. Success comes from prudence and waiting for better conditions.

Hexagram 33 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"遯，亨。小利貞。"
(Dùn, hēng. Xiǎo lì zhēn.)
English Translation:
“Retreat. Success. Perseverance brings small gain.”

This hexagram advises a strategic retreat in the face of difficulties. Success comes from knowing when to pull back, rather than pushing forward in unfavorable conditions. Perseverance brings small but important gains.

Hexagram 33 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"天下有山，遯。君子以遠小人，不惡而嚴。"
(Tiān xià yǒu shān, dùn. Jūn zǐ yǐ yuǎn xiǎo rén, bù è ér yán.)
English Translation:
“The mountain stands beneath heaven: The image of Retreat. The superior person keeps distant from inferior people without hatred but maintains dignity.”

The image of the mountain under heaven suggests a time for standing firm and maintaining distance. The superior person knows when to withdraw from negative influences while remaining dignified and unresentful.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team