I Ching Hexagram 45 Changing to Hexagram 60

#45.1,2,4 > #60
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"Gathering Together"   is changing to   "Limitation"

Above, we can see I Ching hexagram #45 transforming to hexagram #60 with a total of 3 changing lines.

In this changing hexagram, both the upper and lower trigrams are seen changing from #45 to #60.


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Lake Earth
Water Lake

The initial hexagram #45 can be broken down into the upper trigram of Lake over the lower trigram of Earth.

The following changed hexagram, #60, breaks down into a transitioned upper trigram of Water over a transitioned lower trigram of Lake.


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 60

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 #4

"Signs of Good Fortune"- Your desires will flourish at this time. Working unselfishly brings great success to all.


The future hexagram #60:
"Limitation"

The meaning of hexagram #60

This hexagram is a reminder of boundaries and edges. It implies containment and conservation of funds and energies. Financially, this is a time to tighten your belt. Health wise, this is a time to respect the limits of health and safety. Romance wise, this is a time to recognize the boundaries and limits that others set. Discover your line in the sand. Be conservative in your affairs and the doors to success will stay open. Just as the shore gives shape to a lake, so also do limits and boundaries give shape to your life. Know these lines, and what is within them will grow in power and meaning.

For more about hexagram #60, including changing lines for #60 visit the main hexagram #60 page.


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