Trigram numbers and remainders
This sequence assigns Qian 1, Dui 2, Li 3, Zhen 4, Xun 5, Kan 6, Gen 7 and Kun 8. A zero remainder represents eight for a trigram or six for a changing line. Number entry is a modern input interface; time entry follows its stated lunar-date and hour rules.
Body and use within this method
The stationary trigram is body and the trigram containing the changing line is use. Element relations describe a relation within this method and do not establish a complete verdict without the situation.
Nuclear and changed patterns
The nuclear pattern uses lines 2–4 below and 3–5 above; the changed pattern flips the selected line. These layers provide comparisons, not an automatically realized chain of events.
Sources and further reading
Explanations are written by this site; original excerpts are labeled separately. See the source catalogue for editions and scope.
Reviewed: 2026-10-09