I Ching Hexagram 45 Changing to Hexagram 47

"Gathering Together"   is changing to   "Exhaustion"

Here, we see I Ching hexagram #45 changing to hexagram #47 with a lone changing line.

In this changing hexagram, the transition occurs only in the lower trigram during the movement from #45 to #47.

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The initial hexagram #45 is composed of the upper trigram of Lake above the lower trigram of Earth.

The successive changed hexagram, #47, deconstructs into an untransformed upper trigram of Lake above a new, changed lower trigram of Water.

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 47

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.

The future hexagram #47:
"Exhaustion"

The meaning of hexagram #47

Oppression and feelings of constraint are the qualities embodied by this foreboding hexagram. This is a time when you may not be taken seriously and may grow weary of such treatment. Others may try to smother you or keep you trapped into playing an old role. It is a time of oppression. But fear not. The challenges will make you a better person. By accessing an inner sense of stability it is possible to stay cheerful in these trying times, and you will then tap into an inner sense of boundless energy. You don't need many words at this time. Honor the silent knowing deep within and you will come through with renewed vigor.

For more about hexagram #47, including changing lines for #47 visit the main hexagram #47 page.

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