I Ching Hexagram 43 Changing to Hexagram 57

#43.1,4,6 > #57
You are viewing the transition page for hexagram #43 to #57. — There's more information on the main hexagram #43 page

"Breaking Through"   is changing to   "Spreading"

Above, we can see I Ching hexagram #43 transitioning to hexagram #57 with a total of 3 changing lines.

In this changing hexagram, both the upper and lower trigrams are changed in the transition from #43 to #57.


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Lake Heaven
Wind Wind

The first hexagram #43 is composed of the upper trigram of Lake above the lower trigram of Heaven.

The second changed hexagram, #57, breaks down into a new, changed upper trigram of Wind above a new, changed lower trigram of Wind.


The starting hexagram #43:
"Breaking Through"

The meaning of hexagram #43

Pressure has been building for some time. Now, like water cracking and bursting through a dam, old restraints are being broken. The river overflows the dam. The truthful finally cast aside the untrue. Tension gives way to motion. Powerful action has been a long time coming. The influences of those who are beneath you suddenly mean very little. A cloudburst. The months of April and May may have special significance to this hexagram.


The changing lines between hexagram 43 and hexagram 57

Changing line #1

"Stepping With Wise Feet"- This is not a time to plunge blindly and fervently ahead. Be resolute, but gauge your own strength as you attempt to go forward. Current problems may be a result of not looking where you are stepping

Changing line #4

"Stepping Out of Inner Conflict"- This could be a time of inner restlessness and feeling cut off from your power. Learn from your mistakes. Current problems can be eradicated by letting go of the feeling of stubbornness.

Changing line #6

"Not Letting Struggles Stop You"- If you are not resolved to fully and finally break free of inner strife, this may be a time of misfortune. The wise person walks away from an unhealthy mindset and doesn't let inner struggles stop them from taking their next steps in life.


The future hexagram #57:
"Spreading"

The meaning of hexagram #57

Like gentle wind wafting through a village, this hexagram suggests a time of influence and change. This is a time when clarity and truth can pierce through veils of illusion. Through earnestness and a sense of quiet peace, you can penetrate the hearts of those around you and spread goodwill and prosperity. This is a time to speak up and let your voice permeate the land. Communicate your wants and needs to those you love. The key here is to be gentle but continual with the expression of your dreams and wishes. Your will has incredible power to spread at this time. Be heard - but be true to yourself.

For more about hexagram #57, including changing lines for #57 visit the main hexagram #57 page.


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