What this change means
The fifth line shines: the light of the noble person, sincere trust, good fortune, and no regret. In practical terms, you get what you want, can enjoy it, and can contribute to the well-being of others. When the line moves, the Fire above becomes Heaven, and heaven and water pull in opposite directions: the resulting hexagram is 6 Conflict. It describes a dispute that action can't solve, where cleverness works better than force, events are best left to take their course, and wise advice helps. The two together are a caution in good times. Success can stir disagreement, perhaps over what you've gained. Keep the trust and generosity that the fifth line describes. Don't fight to defend your position; share where you can, seek counsel, and let the tension settle.
What to read, in order
Marked ● is what Zhu Xi's tradition puts at the center for this number of moving lines.
- Line 5 of 64 Transition
You get what you want; you'll be able to enjoy it and contribute to the well-being of others.
Constancy brings good fortune. No regret. The light of the noble person: there is sincere trust. Good fortune.
- The judgment of 64 Transition
Things are coming together so that success can arrive and you can take on great projects, but some things still haven't fallen into place. So stay alert, so you don't make mistakes born of immaturity, or you'll drift from your goals. This can happen even after you've gotten what you want: you stop, you hesitate, and mistakes happen.
Success. The little fox has nearly crossed and wets its tail. Nothing is favorable.
- The judgment of 6 Conflict
A conflict is arising that can't be solved by action; cleverness works better than force. Recognizing that you can't resolve anything right now, letting events take their course, and seeking the advice of someone wise in this area will help you get out of the conflict.
There is sincere trust, but it is blocked. Caution: stopping halfway brings good fortune; going all the way to the end, misfortune. It is favorable to see the great person. It is not favorable to cross the great river.
The trigrams
The way back
6 Conflict → 64 Transitionline 5
Other transformations of Transition
Make your own cast
The answer changes with the question. Toss the coins and see which lines move for you.