Hexagram 35
Upper · Lí (Fire) | Lower · Kūn (Earth)
advancement · recognition · luminosity · ascent · favor · steady progress
Hexagram 35, Jìn (晉), is about advancement, recognition, and luminosity. Jìn depicts the image of the sun rising over the earth—a time of steady forward movement and upward ascent.
"A prince secures tranquility, presented with numerous horses, received thrice daily."
Jìn depicts the image of the sun rising over the earth—a time of steady forward movement and upward ascent. When you cultivate virtue and integrity, those in positions of authority will recognize your worth and grant you advancement. Progress flows naturally when your character shines clearly.
Advance checked, yet firm correctness brings good fortune; lack of trust harms not if generosity prevails.
Early obstacles may slow your progress, but steadfast integrity will eventually earn recognition. Remain patient and magnanimous even when others doubt you.
Advance tinged with sorrow, yet firm correctness brings good fortune; great blessing received from the grandmother.
Amid difficulty, hold to what is right and unexpected support will arrive. Trust that hidden forces work in your favor when you maintain your principles.
All around consent; regret vanishes.
When you earn the trust and backing of those around you, doubt dissolves. Your path forward becomes clear and assured.
Advance like a marmot; firm correctness, yet peril remains.
Scattered effort and grasping at many things at once creates danger. Focus your energy on one clear direction rather than chasing every opportunity.
Regret departs; do not fret over gain and loss. To advance is fortunate and wholly beneficial.
Release anxiety about outcomes and move forward with confidence. When you stop calculating profit and loss, all things align in your favor.
Advance with horns; use them to punish the rebellious city. Peril, yet good fortune; no error, though firmness brings shame.
Forceful action works to resolve internal disorder, yet aggressive expansion outward carries a cost. Know when strength serves justice and when it becomes overreach.
This is a season when your efforts gain visibility and appreciation. Promotion and new opportunities are within reach; pursue them with confidence. Those in authority are watching and will reward diligence and integrity. Let your work speak for itself.
Relationships flourish and deepen during this time. If you have feelings for someone, express them openly and sincerely. Existing bonds are ready to move to the next level. The warmth of recognition extends to matters of the heart.
Your abilities are being acknowledged and your progress is visible. Step boldly toward higher goals and more challenging pursuits. Teachers and peers will offer encouragement and support. This is the moment to expand your ambitions.
Your enterprise gains market recognition and customer trust grows. Brand awareness rises and revenue flows. Ride this momentum with measured boldness—invest and expand, but keep your vision clear and your methods sound.
Success can cloud judgment and breed complacency. Do not let recognition inflate your ego or tempt you toward greed. The moment you are praised is precisely when you must deepen your humility and attention to detail. Scattered ambition and overconfidence are your greatest risks now.
Read the line statement for each changing line above. With two or more changing lines, Zhu Xi’s rules decide which text leads the reading.
Original English translation by James Legge, 1882 (Public Domain). Editorial adaptation © Yijing.