䷴
Gradual Progress
Hexagram 53
Upper Trigram
☴ Wind
Lower Trigram
☶ Mountain
Development. The maiden is given in marriage. Good fortune. Perseverance furthers.
On the mountain, a tree. Thus the superior man abides in dignity and virtue.
Line 1
The wild goose gradually draws near the shore. The young son is in danger. There is talk. No blame.
Line 2
The wild goose gradually draws near the cliff. Eating and drinking in peace and concord. Good fortune.
Line 3
The wild goose gradually draws near the plateau. The man goes forth and does not return.
Line 4
The wild goose gradually draws near the tree. Perhaps it will find a flat branch. No blame.
Line 5
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.
Line 6
The wild goose gradually draws near the cloud heights. Its feathers can be used for the sacred dance. Good fortune.