The Meaning of Hexagram #57

Like gentle wind wafting through a village, hexagram number 57 suggests a time of influence and change. This is a time when clarity and truth can pierce through veils of illusion. Through earnestness and a sense of quiet peace, you can penetrate the hearts of those around you and spread goodwill and prosperity. This is a time to speak up and let your voice permeate the land. Communicate your wants and needs to those you love. The key here is to be gentle but continual with the expression of your dreams and wishes. Your will has incredible power to spread at this time. Be heard - but be true to yourself.

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Changing Lines in Hexagram #57

Changes in Line 1

"Persevering through Doubts"

Don't let your doubts stop you from advancing. Persistence will empower you to tear right through doubt and thus progress toward your goal.

Changes in Line 2

"Kneeling Before an Alter"

This line is suggestive of the power of humility. If you want your ideas to flourish and be received well by others, spread them out as if you are kneeling before the Divine.

Changes in Line 3

"Spreading Ideas Respectfully"

This is not a time to be over zealous or impose your will upon others. If you want to assist or influence others, don't come across as a fanatic. You may have to change your viewpoint if you cannot succeed in sharing it respectfully

Changes in Line 4

"Hunting Without Regret"

The wise person will combine modesty with energetic action at this time. Go after what you want without losing sleep over past failures.

Changes in Line 5

"Perseverance Brings Good Fortune"

Before you take action, ponder it for three days. After you have taken action, observe the results of it for three days. Current problems will improve by making wise decisions.

Changes in Line 6

"Perseverance Brings Misunderstanding"

This line means your personal will was not able to penetrate the heart of another. You are unlikely to get your way at this time. Friends/partners/lovers may misunderstand you. Stand back and don't try to change anyone else. Leave well enough alone.

The 2 Trigrams Inside Hexagram #57

Hexagram #57 is built out of two 3-line trigrams stacked on top of each other. The lower three lines of hexagram #57 form the trigram for Wind, while the top three lines form the trigram for Wind.

NOTE: Generally speaking, the hexagram's upper trigram references external forces or energies, and the bottom trigram references internal forces or energies.

In the case of hexagram #57, the upper and lower trigrams match. One should note however, that a single trigram can have different messages in the upper and bottom positions.

Hexagram #57's Upper and Lower Trigrams of Wind

The mild mannered trigram of wind is associated with a light and easy energy. The trigram of wind is also known as a 'soft force': both subtle and lacking in strength, and yet persistent and unwavering. The wind trigram may also point to an 'eldest daughter' or the compass direction of southeast

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List of all possible changes for hexagram #57

A note on iFate's I Ching translation: This is not a direct translation of the original "Book of Changes" from 1000 BC. While multiple translations of the original text are available, they include many archaic references and can be difficult to understand for 21st century readers. iFate uses our own modern rewritings (two different editions) of the "Book of Changes" which makes interpreting I Ching readings far simpler. For iFate's additional contemporary re-writing of the original text, see our "Love I Ching" translation.