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