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No. 1QiánThe CreativeNo. 2KūnThe ReceptiveNo. 3ZhūnDifficulty at the BeginningNo. 4MéngYouthful FollyNo. 5WaitingNo. 6SòngConflictNo. 7ShīThe ArmyNo. 8Holding TogetherNo. 9小畜Xiǎo ChùSmall TamingNo. 10TreadingNo. 11TàiPeaceNo. 12StandstillNo. 13同人Tóng RénFellowshipNo. 14大有Dà YǒuGreat PossessionNo. 15QiānModestyNo. 16EnthusiasmNo. 17SuíFollowingNo. 18Work on the DecayedNo. 19LínApproachNo. 20GuānContemplationNo. 21噬嗑Shì KēBiting ThroughNo. 22GraceNo. 23Splitting ApartNo. 24ReturnNo. 25无妄Wú WàngInnocenceNo. 26大畜Dà ChùGreat TamingNo. 27NourishmentNo. 28大过Dà GuòGreat PreponderanceNo. 29KǎnThe AbysmalNo. 30The ClingingNo. 31XiánInfluenceNo. 32HéngDurationNo. 33DùnRetreatNo. 34大壮Dà ZhuàngGreat PowerNo. 35JìnProgressNo. 36明夷Míng YíDarkening of the LightNo. 37家人Jiā RénThe FamilyNo. 38KuíOppositionNo. 39JiǎnObstructionNo. 40XièDeliveranceNo. 41SǔnDecreaseNo. 42IncreaseNo. 43GuàiBreakthroughNo. 44GòuComing to MeetNo. 45CuìGathering TogetherNo. 46ShēngPushing UpwardNo. 47KùnOppressionNo. 48JǐngThe WellNo. 49RevolutionNo. 50DǐngThe CaldronNo. 51ZhènThe ArousingNo. 52GènKeeping StillNo. 53JiànDevelopmentNo. 54归妹Guī MèiThe Marrying MaidenNo. 55FēngAbundanceNo. 56The WandererNo. 57XùnThe GentleNo. 58DuìThe JoyousNo. 59HuànDispersionNo. 60JiéLimitationNo. 61中孚Zhōng FúInner TruthNo. 62小过Xiǎo GuòSmall PreponderanceNo. 63既济Jì JìAfter CompletionNo. 64未济Wèi JìBefore Completion

Hexagram 53 · · Jiàn

Development

Element:
Wind over Mountain
Key themes:
gradual progress, growth, patience, adaptability, steady advancement

Image

A tree growing slowly on a mountain, symbolizing gradual and steady progress.

Overall message

Hexagram 53 symbolizes gradual and steady progress. It emphasizes patience, adaptability, and trust in the process of development. Success comes from consistent effort and perseverance.

Progress is gradual and requires patience. Focus on steady growth and adaptability. Avoid rushing and trust the process of development.

The six lines

  1. Line 6 · Completion of Growth

    The growth process is complete, and it is time to reflect.

    Reflect on your journey and plan for the future.

  2. Line 5 · Reaching Maturity

    The process of growth reaches maturity, bringing success.

    Celebrate your achievements and prepare for the next phase.

  3. Line 4 · Steady Progress

    Progress continues steadily, leading to greater success.

    Maintain your momentum and avoid complacency.

  4. Line 3 · Overcoming Obstacles

    Challenges are overcome through steady effort.

    Stay focused and trust in your ability to persevere.

  5. Line 2 · Building Momentum

    Progress becomes more noticeable, but challenges remain.

    Stay persistent and adapt to obstacles.

  6. Line 1 · Beginning of Growth

    The process of growth begins, but progress is slow.

    Be patient and focus on laying a strong foundation.