I Ching Tree asks for two numbers because our free reading uses Plum Blossom Numerology, also known as Meihua Yishu, to form a hexagram from them. A human reader interprets your question using this method alongside broader principles of the I Ching.
Your part is simple: enter the first two numbers that come to mind and ask one focused question. You do not need to calculate a hexagram yourself.
What do the numbers contribute?
The numbers provide the input for forming the hexagram. Your question describes the situation you want to reflect on. Both have a role: the numerical input belongs to the method, while the question gives the interpretation its context.
For example, a question about preparing for a difficult conversation has a different focus from a question about responding to a change at work. The reader needs that focus; two numbers alone do not explain what brought you to the service.
If the term hexagram is unfamiliar, our beginner’s guide to I Ching readings explains the six-line figures and their place in the tradition.
Which two numbers should you choose?
Use the first two numbers that come to mind. There is no set range or maximum. You do not need to look up auspicious numbers, use your birth date, or choose from a list of 64 hexagrams.
The instruction to choose freely is there to keep this step straightforward. There is no pair we recommend as a way to secure a desired relationship outcome or a more reassuring reply. The reading is for personal reflection and cultural interest; choosing numbers does not control what happens in your life.
If you are hesitating over this step, return to the question. Making its focus clear is a more useful preparation than searching for a perfect number pair.
Does every I Ching reading use two numbers?
No. The I Ching is a broader tradition, and different practices use different methods. The two-number process described here is the way I Ching Tree accepts a question for its free Plum Blossom Numerology reading.
You may encounter other instructions elsewhere. They do not change what you need to submit here: your two numbers and one short, specific question. This guide explains our submission process rather than teaching a universal calculation method.
Are the numbers used to generate an instant answer?
No. Each personal reading is prepared individually by a real person. No AI model is used to calculate, interpret, draft, translate, or rewrite your personal reading or its email response.
After successful submission, your reading is delivered privately by email within 48 hours. You do not receive an instant automated result on the website. The FAQ explains account requirements, free-reading availability, and delivery.
What should you write alongside the numbers?
Describe one situation briefly, then ask what you want to understand about it. You do not need a long history or several questions bundled into one request.
For a hypothetical example: “We have been talking regularly, but we have not discussed what each of us wants. What should I consider before starting that conversation?” This supplies context and keeps the focus on a choice you can make.
For more examples, see how to ask a clear relationship question. Check the Reading Boundaries if you are unsure whether your topic is appropriate.
When your question is ready, enter your two numbers in the free reading form and follow the account steps to submit it.
