I Ching Hexagram 6 Changing to Hexagram 19

#6.1,4,5,6 > #19
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"Conflict"   is changing to   "Approaching"

In the illustration seen here, we see I Ching hexagram #6 changing to hexagram #19 with a total of 4 changing lines.

In this changing hexagram, both the upper and lower trigrams are seen changing from #6 to #19.


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Heaven Water
Earth Lake

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

The secondary completed hexagram, #19, is composed of a new, changed upper trigram of Earth on top of a new, changed 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 19

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.

Changing line #4

"Turn Back. Submit to Fate"- Conflict at this time may be especially tempting because victory will be seemingly at hand. A change in this line represents a special warning that just because something "can" be won, does not mean that it "should" be. Find peace in perseverance and a change of attitude. Only through avoidance of conflict can you truly succeed.

Changing line #5

"Contend Before Him"- There are times when conflicts must be brought before a third party who will judge the merits of the case. At this time you should have faith that a third party will judge fairly and (if you are in the right), this judgement carries supreme good fortune.

Changing line #6

"The Belt is Bestowed"- A change in this line is a warning against the pursuit of a prize at this time. If one enters a conflict and emerges victorious, he will be given awards and favors. The warning here, however, is that these awards will be "snatched away", and you will spend all your energy defending your new position. Misery comes after victory.


The future hexagram #19:
"Approaching"

The meaning of hexagram #19

This hexagram references the positive concepts of anticipation and expectation. A time of growing power and energies which have not yet revealed themselves. Diligence and focus must be at maximal levels because a time of great flourishing is near. The period of late winter (just prior to the springtime) is also referenced here.

For more about hexagram #19, including changing lines for #19 visit the main hexagram #19 page.


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