Basic Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 晋 (Jìn) |
| English Name | Progress / Advancement |
| Trigrams | Fire over Earth (离上坤下) |
| Number | 35 of 64 |
The Text (Yijing Classic)
Judgment (卦辞 Guàcí)
Progress. The powerful prince is honored with horses in large numbers. In a single day he is granted audience three times.
The Image (象辞 Xiàngcí)
The sun rises over the earth: the image of Progress. Thus the superior man himself brightens his bright virtue.
The Six Lines (爻辞 Yáocí)
| Line | Position | Text | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 初六 | Bottom | Progressing, but turned back. Perseverance brings good fortune. If one meets with no confidence, one should remain calm. No mistake. | Favorable outcome; stay the course |
| 六二 | 2nd | Progressing, but in sorrow. Perseverance brings good fortune. Then one obtains great happiness from one's ancestress. | Favorable outcome; stay the course |
| 六三 | 3rd | All are in accord. Remorse disappears. | Previous regrets dissolve; the path clears |
| 九四 | 4th | Progress like a hamster. Perseverance brings danger. | Awareness of risk is itself protective |
| 六五 | 5th | Remorse disappears. Take not gain and loss to heart. Undertakings bring good fortune. Everything serves to further. | Favorable outcome; stay the course |
| 上九 | Top | Making progress with the horns is permissible only for punishing one's own city. Awareness of danger brings good fortune. No blame. Perseverance brings humiliation. | Favorable outcome; stay the course |
Core Meanings
Essence (本质)
- Rapid advancement and recognition; the sun rising over earth
- Upper trigram Fire (bright and clinging) over lower trigram Earth (receptive and nurturing)
- Embodies the qualities of progress, advancement, recognition and brightness, growth, promotion
Keywords
ProgressAdvancementRecognitionBrightnessGrowthPromotion
Divination & Prediction
★★★★☆Auspicious
| Aspect | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Overall | Favorable conditions ahead. Rapid advancement and recognition; the sun rising over earth Channel the energy of progress and advancement for maximum benefit. |
| Timing | Conditions favor action now. Move forward with confidence. |
| Challenge | Maintain focus on recognition to avoid complacency in favorable times. |
Applications in Life
Business & Career
In business, this hexagram counsels progress and advancement. The Fire trigram above suggests bright and clinging energy in your outer dealings, while the Earth trigram below points to receptive and nurturing foundations. Conditions favor bold moves and expansion.
Health & Wellness
Focus on heart and eyes and stomach and digestion. Your vitality is strong — channel it through regular exercise and disciplined routines.
Relationships
In relationships, embody progress and advancement. Openness and confidence strengthen bonds. Take initiative in resolving issues.
Education & Growth
For learning, this hexagram emphasizes recognition and brightness. Excellent conditions for mastery. Pursue ambitious studies.
Practical Wisdom
Do
- Cultivate progress in all your actions
- Practice advancement consistently
- Embrace recognition as your guiding principle
- Develop brightness through daily practice
Don’t
- Neglect the importance of growth
- Abandon promotion under pressure
- Act impulsively without considering consequences
Comparative Hexagrams
| Hexagram | Relationship |
|---|---|
| 36. Míng Yí (明夷) | Darkening of Light — opposite; light concealed |
| 12. Pǐ (否) | Standstill — before progress resumes |
| 56. Lǚ (旅) | The Wanderer — progress in foreign territory |
Sample Reading Dialogue
Querent: “I've been offered a significant promotion. Should I accept?”
You received Hexagram 35, Progress. The judgment says: 'Progress. The powerful prince is honored with horses in large numbers. In a sing...' Rapid advancement and recognition; the sun rising over earth This is a favorable sign. The energy of progress supports your intention. Move forward with recognition, but remain mindful of proper timing.