Hexagram #53
Jian (Gradual) · 渐
巽 above · 艮 below
Hexagram 53, Jian (Gradual) (渐), combines the Xun (upper) and Gen (lower) trigrams. Gradual Progress.
Judgment (卦辞)
Gradual Progress. The maiden is given in marriage. Good fortune. Perseverance furthers. Gradual progress means step-by-step advancement — like a tree growing on a mountain, each stage must be properly completed before moving to the next.
渐：女归吉，利贞。
Image (象辞)
On the mountain, a tree — the image of Gradual Progress. Thus the superior man occupies his position without error and makes the people's conduct correct. A tree growing on a mountainside progresses slowly but surely; correct procedure ensures steady advancement.
山上有木，渐；君子以居贤德善俗。
Trigram Composition
Upper: ☴ Xun (巽)
Wind · Gentle, Penetrating
Lower: ☶ Gen (艮)
Mountain · Keeping Still, Resting
Modern Application
Jian-Gradual emphasizes step-by-step progress with proper sequencing — no shortcuts. Essential for sustainable development, phased project management, and relationship building.
渐强调按正确顺序逐步进展——没有捷径。对可持续发展、分阶段项目管理和关系建设至关重要。
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Frequently Asked Questions常见问题
What does Hexagram 53 (Jian (Gradual)) mean?第 53 卦 渐 是什么意思？+
Hexagram 53, Jian (Gradual) (渐), represents the interaction of Xun (above) and Gen (below). Gradual Progress. The maiden is given in marriage. Good fortune. Perseverance furthers. Gradual progress means step-by-step advancement — like a tree growing on a mountain, each stage must be properly
What are the trigrams of Hexagram 53?第 53 卦的上下卦是什么？+
Hexagram 53 has Xun as the upper trigram and Gen as the lower trigram.
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