Hexagram #53
渐 jiàn
Development
巽 Xun (Wind)
wood · Gentle
艮 Gen (Mountain)
earth · Keeping Still
Development. The maiden is given in marriage. Good fortune. Perseverance furthers.
On the mountain, a tree. The superior person abides in dignity and virtue to improve the mores.
First (Bottom)
The wild goose gradually draws near the shore. The young son is in danger. There is talk. No blame.
Second
The wild goose gradually draws near the cliff. Eating and drinking in peace. Good fortune.
Third
The wild goose gradually draws near the plateau. The man goes forth and does not return. The woman carries a child but does not bring it forth. Misfortune. It furthers to fight off robbers.
Fourth
The wild goose gradually draws near the tree. Perhaps it will find a flat branch. No blame.
Fifth
The wild goose gradually draws near the summit. For three years the woman has no child. In the end nothing can hinder her. Good fortune.
Sixth (Top)
The wild goose gradually draws near the cloud heights. Its feathers can be used for sacred dances. Good fortune.