I Ching Hexagram 6 Changing to Hexagram 4

#6.4,5 > #4
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"Conflict"   is changing to   "Youthful Inexperience"

In the illustration shown here, we see I Ching hexagram #6 transitioning to hexagram #4 with a total of 2 changing lines.

In this changing hexagram, the transformation is seen only in the upper trigram during the movement from #6 to #4.


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Heaven Water
Mountain Water

The starting hexagram #6 is composed of the upper trigram of Heaven on top of the lower trigram of Water.

The following changed hexagram, #4, can be broken down into a transitioned upper trigram of Mountain on top of a preserved lower trigram of Water.


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 4

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.


The future hexagram #4:
"Youthful Inexperience"

The meaning of hexagram #4

Inexperience is a double edged sword. It leads one to make mistakes, but the mistakes are necessary in order to learn. Do not feign knowledge. Seek out experience and ask what you do not know. Over time, all gaps in knowlege will be filled.

For more about hexagram #4, including changing lines for #4 visit the main hexagram #4 page.


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