Changing lines and related hexagram structures
Base and resulting structures
The base hexagram preserves the original six-line record; changing lines can produce a resulting hexagram.
Three distinct comparison relations
Nuclear, opposite, and reversed relations are separate comparison tools.
Expand only when it serves the reading
The base hexagram preserves the original six-line record; changing lines can produce a resulting hexagram.
References
- Yi verified derived structural relations.
Frequently asked questions
Must every related structure be read?
No. Start with the base and relevant lines, then add one comparison if useful.
Are the three relations interchangeable?
No. Each is calculated differently and answers a different structural question.