I Ching Oracle Result: Transformation from Hexagram 61 with Changing Lines 3, 5 to Hexagram 26

Yin Yang symbol, representing balance

Yì Jīng’s Response: Hexagram 61.3.5 -> 26

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

61. Inner Truth

Yang Yin Yin Yang Yang Yang

26. The Taming Power of the Great

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 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 5 Changing

This line reads:
Original Chinese:
"有孚攣如，富以其鄰。"
(Yǒu fú luán rú, fù yǐ qí lín.)
English Translation:
“Sincerity that binds. Prosperity shared with neighbors.”

This line describes a situation where sincere relationships create strong bonds. By building trust and cooperation with others, prosperity is shared, leading to mutual success. It advises generosity and openness in relationships.

Changing to:

26. The Taming Power of the Great (大畜 Dà Chù)

Trigrams

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

The Symbolism of Hexagram 26

Hexagram 大畜 (Dà Chù) represents the power of restraint and control over great forces. This hexagram speaks of holding back powerful forces for the right time. Success comes from patience, wisdom, and self-control.

Hexagram 26 Judgment

The Judgment reads:
Original Chinese:
"大畜，利貞。不家食，吉。利涉大川。"
(Dà chù, lì zhēn. Bù jiā shí, jí. Lì shè dà chuān.)
English Translation:
“The Taming Power of the Great. Perseverance furthers. It is favorable not to eat at home. It is favorable to cross the great water.”

This hexagram advises perseverance and restraint. It is not a time for indulgence, but rather for preparation and control. Success comes from being patient and waiting for the right moment to act.

Hexagram 26 Image

The Image reads:
Original Chinese:
"天在山中，大畜。君子以多識前言往行，以畜其德。"
(Tiān zài shān zhōng, dà chù. Jūn zǐ yǐ duō shí qián yán wǎng xíng, yǐ chù qí dé.)
English Translation:
“Heaven within the mountain: The image of The Taming Power of the Great. The superior person studies the words and deeds of the past to strengthen their character.”

The image of heaven within the mountain suggests that great power is being restrained and controlled. The superior person uses this time to reflect on past wisdom and experience, cultivating their inner strength.

Peace and wisdom on your journey!

With gratitude,
The I Ching Team