Chapter 4: Practical Applications

Divination examples and case studies

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Example 1: Career Choice

Question Background

Someone faces a choice between two job opportunities and doesn't know which one to choose.

Casting Result

Result: Water-Heaven Xu hexagram, with the third line as the changing line, changed to Water-Lake Jie hexagram.

Interpretation Analysis

  • Xu hexagram indicates the need to wait, not suitable for making hasty decisions
  • The third changing line suggests paying attention to details and actual situations
  • The changed Jie hexagram indicates moderation, choices should be cautious
  • Suggestion: Don't rush to choose, deeply understand the specific situations of both jobs before making a decision

Example 2: Relationship Issue

Question Background

Someone wants to know how their relationship with their partner will develop.

Casting Result

Result: Wind-Fire Jia Ren hexagram, no changing lines.

Interpretation Analysis

  • Jia Ren hexagram indicates family harmony and stable relationship
  • No changing lines indicates the current state will continue
  • Suggestion: Maintain the status quo, communicate more, and strengthen the relationship

Application Skills Summary

How to Ask Questions

  • Questions should be specific and clear, not too broad
  • Ask only one question at a time, don't ask multiple questions simultaneously
  • Questions should have practical meaning, don't ask meaningless questions

How to Interpret

  • Combine with actual situations, don't apply rigidly
  • Analyze comprehensively, don't just look at the surface
  • Provide constructive suggestions to help solve problems

Precautions

  • Divination is only a reference, final decisions should be made by yourself
  • Don't cast frequently for the same question
  • Treat divination results rationally, don't be superstitious

Course Summary

Through this course, you have mastered the basics of I Ching, casting methods, interpretation skills, and practical applications. Next, we recommend:

  • Practice more: deepen understanding through actual divination
  • Learn more: study the detailed content of the 64 hexagrams in depth
  • Communicate more: share insights with other learners
  • Think more: apply I Ching wisdom to daily life