I Ching Hexagram 6 Changing to Hexagram 10

#6.1 > #10
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"Conflict"   is changing to   "Steps"

In the illustration seen here, we can see I Ching hexagram #6 changing to hexagram #10 with a lone changing line.

In this changing hexagram, the changes are seen only in the lower trigram during the shift from #6 to #10.


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Heaven Water
Heaven Lake

The beginning hexagram #6 breaks down into the upper trigram of Heaven on top of the lower trigram of Water.

The second completed hexagram, #10, can be broken down into a preserved upper trigram of Heaven on top of a newly transformed lower trigram of Lake.


The starting hexagram #6:
"Conflict"

The meaning of hexagram #6

The message of this hexagram is that even those who go through life with good-will and the best intentions will at times meet with hostility and powerful opposition. At this time it is advised that conflict be avoided, for conflict at this time (even if justified) will lead to more serious setbacks. There are times when a "cautious halt" can be far more powerful than the most aggressive response.


The changing lines between hexagram 6 and hexagram 10

Changing line #1

"Little Gossip... Good Fortune Comes"- During times of opposition and conflict, gossip can often make matters worse. A change in this line represents a warning to restrain your thoughts on the matter, and allow the seas to become calmed.


The future hexagram #10:
"Steps"

The meaning of hexagram #10

This simple looking hexagram relates to circumstances which might be inherently risky. In most cases treading in dangerous places is inadvisable. At this time however, there is very little danger. It is written in the ancient Book of Changes that "One steps on the tail of a tiger at his or her own risk" but the appearance of this hexagram suggests that right now such an act would be ignored (or even seen as playful). A more general reference here could be a mingling of people belonging to different social backgrounds. This sign is typically positive.

For more about hexagram #10, including changing lines for #10 visit the main hexagram #10 page.


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