I Ching Hexagram 45 Changing to Hexagram 1

#45.1,2,3,6 > #1
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"Gathering Together"   is changing to   "Creativity (Heaven)"

In the illustration shown here, we see I Ching hexagram #45 changing to hexagram #1 with a total of 4 changing lines.

In this transformation, both the upper and lower trigrams are transformed from #45 to #1.


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Lake Earth
Heaven Heaven

The starting hexagram #45 is built from the upper trigram of Lake on top of the lower trigram of Earth.

The following changed hexagram, #1, is composed of a newly transformed upper trigram of Heaven on top of a newly transformed lower trigram of Heaven.


The starting hexagram #45:
"Gathering Together"

The meaning of hexagram #45

Like streams of water flowing together to form a lake, this hexagram symbolizes assembling and uniting. This is a time to focus on teamwork and synergy. Don't attempt to do everything alone. Bring together those who share your goals and support your dreams. This is a time to venture out in your community or work with your family. It is also a time to "gather oneself together." This means concentrating on unifying forces within yourself. This is a time to be whole in yourself. An internal unity will translate into a solid team around you.


The changing lines between hexagram 45 and hexagram 1

Changing line #1

"Setting Morals High"- When working with others, keep your standards high. Involve yourself in high-quality, team-building enterprises. The result will be successful.

Changing line #2

"Proceeding with Sincerity"- Yield to your power of attraction and magnetism. This power will serve you well at this time. Your strength is your sincerity and this is the power that draws others to you.

Changing line #3

"Gathering with a Common Cause"- Don't gather together with the wrong people, lest your idea/cause/project will meet with strong objections. Secure those who share your vision. Put yourself in other people's shoes and you will succeed

Changing line #6

"Proceeding through the Opposition"- Don't let naysayers block your team's progress. Let others sigh or weep as they see fit. Stay resolute to your vision.


The future hexagram #1:
"Creativity (Heaven)"

The meaning of hexagram #1

Heaven signifies the ultimate creative force. This hexagram formed of six unbroken lines signifies the purest form of power and positive energy. An expression of pure truth and strength that exceeds all worldly, physical or immediate concerns. A time of profound thought and conscious creation.

For more about hexagram #1, including changing lines for #1 visit the main hexagram #1 page.


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