I Ching hexagram
35. Progress
晉Jìn
Fire over Earth
Also called Prospering, The Symbol of Forwardness, To Advance, Advancement, Making Headway, Getting the Idea, “Comes the Dawn”
Hexagram 35, Progress (晉 Jìn) is formed by Fire over Earth. It is also known as Prospering, The Symbol of Forwardness, To Advance, Advancement, Making Headway, Getting the Idea, “Comes the Dawn”.
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The judgment
Legge
康侯用錫馬蕃庶，晝日三接。
In Advance of Consciousness we see a prince who secures the tranquility of the people presented on that account with numerous horses by the king, and three times in a day received at interviews.
The six lines
line 1 is at the bottom
- Line 1Yin
晉如，摧如，貞吉。罔孚，裕无咎。
Your progress is hindered because others don't trust you. Don't force the issue or get angry. Stay composed and show kindness; focus on perfecting your work to avoid mistakes.
- Line 2Yin
晉如，愁如，貞吉。受茲介福，于其王母。
Your advancement might feel unfulfilling due to limited communication with authority figures. However, if you keep working hard and stay true to your values, unexpected good fortune will come your way.
- Line 3Yin
眾允，悔亡。
Your progress relies on the support and encouragement of those around you. This mutual trust will help eliminate any regrets.
- Line 4Yang
晉如鼫鼠，貞厲。
Advancement is occurring through dubious methods or untrustworthy individuals. While it's possible to move forward this way, the truth will eventually emerge, putting you at risk.
- Line 5Yin
悔亡，失得勿恤，往吉无不利。
Now is the time to act with gentleness and restraint, even though you hold significant influence. Don't focus on potential gains or losses. Continue your righteous path, and fortune will favor you.
- Line 6Yang
晉其角，維用伐邑，厲吉无咎，貞吝。
Be assertive and take strong measures only when it comes to self-discipline. Such actions will help you avoid mistakes. However, applying the same force to others may lead to alienation and failure.
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