卦变生克墓绝章第二十四

Chapter 24: Transformations of Hexagrams: Generation, Restriction, Entombment, and Exhaustion

Overall Interpretation
This chapter specifically discusses the relationships of generation, restriction, entombment, exhaustion, and harmony in hexagram transformations. Based on my practical experience, whenever a hexagram transforms into a "reverse restriction" (回头克), it should be interpreted as an ominous sign, regardless of the strength or weakness of the Useful God🌪.

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📊 Detailed Hexagram Examples

🌳 Xun (Wind, Wood) Transforming into Kan (Water, Generation)

Elder Brother Mao Wood ○ Self → Father Zi Water  
Offspring Si Fire ′  
Wife Wealth Wei Earth ″  
Official Ghost You Metal ○ Response → Offspring Wu Fire  
Father Hai Water ′  
Wife Wealth Chou Earth ″

Interpretation: Xun belongs to Wood, transforming into Kan, which belongs to Water. Water generates Wood, known as transformation generation💧→🌱, indicating a reverse generative relationship. This is interpreted as auspicious.

🌳 Zhen (Thunder, Wood) Transforming into Qian (Heaven, Metal, Restriction)

Wife Wealth Xu Earth × Self → Wife Wealth Xu Earth  
Official Ghost Shen Metal × → Official Ghost Shen Metal  
Offspring Wu Fire ′  
Wife Wealth Chen Earth × Response → Wife Wealth Chen Earth  
Elder Brother Yin Wood × → Elder Brother Yin Wood  
Father Zi Water ′

Interpretation: Zhen belongs to Wood, transforming into Qian, which belongs to Metal. Metal restricts Wood, known as transformation restriction⚔️, indicating reverse restriction. This is interpreted as highly inauspicious.

⚔️ Dui (Lake, Metal) Transforming into Zhen (Thunder, Wood, "Transforming Away")

Father Wei Earth ″ Self  
Elder Brother You Metal ○ → Elder Brother Shen Metal  
Offspring Hai Water ′  
Father Chou Earth ″ Response  
Wife Wealth Mao Wood ○ → Wife Wealth Yin Wood  
Official Ghost Si Fire ′

Interpretation: Dui belongs to Metal, transforming into Zhen, which belongs to Wood. The original hexagram represents "me," and "I" restrict "him" (Metal restricts Wood). This is called transforming away. Although it involves restriction, it is not primarily inauspicious, as it indicates actively restricting the other party.

🌳 Zhen (Thunder, Wood) Transforming into Dui (Lake, Metal, "Transforming Toward")

Wife Wealth Xu Earth ″ Self  
Official Ghost Shen Metal × → Official Ghost You Metal  
Offspring Wu Fire ′  
Wife Wealth Chen Earth ″ Response  
Elder Brother Yin Wood × → Elder Brother Mao Wood  
Father Zi Water ′

Interpretation: Zhen Wood transforms into Dui Metal. "He" restricts "me" (Metal restricts Wood), known as transforming toward. This indicates reverse restriction and is highly inauspicious⚠️, foreboding danger in all types of inquiries.

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🔍 Validation Through Practical Examples

Case 1: Inquiry About an Elder’s Official Position on Xinsi Day in Mao Month (Xun Transforming into Qian)

Elder Brother Mao Wood ′ Self  
Offspring Si Fire ′  
Wife Wealth Wei Earth × → Offspring Wu Fire  
Official Ghost You Metal ′ Response  
Father Hai Water ′  
Wife Wealth Chou Earth × → Father Zi Water

Background: Inquiry on behalf of an elder about their official position.
Analysis: Xun Wood transforms into Qian Metal, indicating reverse restriction, a hexagram of exhaustion🌪. There is no need to inquire about the official position; their life is nearing its end.
Result: The elder was indeed dismissed from their position in the Wu Year and passed away in July.

Case 2: Inquiry About the Master’s Illness on Bingyin Day in Wu Month (Li Transforming into Kan)

Elder Brother Si Fire ○ Self → Official Ghost Zi Water  
Offspring Wei Earth × → Offspring Xu Earth  
Wife Wealth You Metal ○ → Wife Wealth Shen Metal  
Official Ghost Hai Water ○ Response → Elder Brother Wu Fire  
Offspring Chou Earth × → Offspring Chen Earth  
Father Mao Wood ○ → Father Yin Wood

Analysis: Li Fire transforms into Kan Water, indicating reverse restriction. Although Fire is strong in Wu Month, it will inevitably face danger when Water becomes strong in winter❄️.
Result: The master indeed passed away on Dinghai Day in September.

Case 3: Inquiry About Recovering a Property Debt on Yiyou Day in Mao Month (Kan Transforming into Kun)

Elder Brother Zi Water ″ Self  
Official Ghost Xu Earth ○ → Elder Brother Hai Water  
Father Shen Metal ″  
Wife Wealth Wu Fire ″ Response  
Official Ghost Chen Earth ○ → Wife Wealth Si Fire  
Offspring Yin Wood ″

Analysis: The hexagram transforms into reverse restriction. The property debt is a minor matter; this year, all matters should be approached with caution⚠️.
Result: The person drowned in a boating accident in April. A minor inquiry revealed a major warning, as the divine spirit forewarned to allow timely avoidance.

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🧠 In-Depth Understanding

Core Concepts 💡

• Hexagram Transformation Takes Priority: The overall transformation of the hexagram is more important than the strength or weakness of individual Useful Gods. It is like injuring the roots of a tree—even if the branches and leaves are lush, they will eventually wither.
• Reverse Restriction Is Highly Inauspicious: Regardless of the state of the Useful God, a hexagram transforming into reverse restriction indicates great misfortune.
• Warning Function: Hexagrams can reveal potential crises in advance, transcending immediate appearances.

Modern Interpretation 🌟

• Hexagram reverse restriction can be analogized to systemic fundamental risks (e.g., health hazards, structural issues), where temporary advantages cannot alter long-term trends.
• Modern decision-making should prioritize "fundamental trends over temporary conditions." For example, health issues should not be ignored due to temporary improvements.
• Inquiries on behalf of others may not be precise, but clearly inauspicious signs are still worthy of attention.

Practical Value ⚡

• Hexagrams can be used to detect systemic risks before making major decisions.
• When encountering a hexagram of reverse restriction, pause expansion and adopt a defensive stance.
• When short-term benefits conflict with long-term trends, prioritize long-term trends.

Philosophical Reflection 🤔

• The wisdom of Yijing lies in discerning subtle signs and foreseeing development trends from changes.
• The theory of reverse restriction embodies the Eastern wisdom of "preventing problems before they occur."
• Hexagrams are like mirrors, reflecting potential trends rather than absolute fate.

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📚 Related Knowledge

Associated Concepts:

• Reverse Generation (回头生): Hexagram transformation into generation, indicating auspicious signs.
• Transformation into Entombment/Exhaustion (化墓/化绝): Hexagram transformation into entombment or exhaustion, indicating decline.
• Fan Yin/Fu Yin (反吟/伏吟): Hexagram lines in turmoil and repetition, indicating不顺 (obstacles).

Further Reading:

• Yimao Chapters on Entombment/Exhaustion and Fan Yin/Fu Yin (this chapter points out their shortcomings).
• Relevant chapters on hexagram transformation in Bushu Zhengzong.

Modern Research:

• Application of hexagram transformation theory in decision-making warning systems.
• Statistical validation studies on reverse restriction phenomena.

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Summary: Hexagram reverse restriction is a significant ominous sign⚠️. Regardless of the strength or weakness of the Useful God, it should be taken seriously. This reflects the Yijing's warning wisdom of "discerning subtle signs," which still holds practical value for risk identification in modern times.

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