Jin · 晋

Judgment (卦辞)

Progress. The powerful prince is honored with horses in large numbers. He is granted audience three times in a single day. Progress means advancement — like the sun rising, one moves upward with clarity and receives recognition.

晋：康侯用锡马蕃庶，昼日三接。

Image (象辞)

Sun rises over the earth — the image of Progress. Thus the superior man himself brightens his bright virtue. The sun appearing over the earth signifies steady, illuminating progress that benefits all who see it.

明出地上，晋；君子以自昭明德。

Modern Application

Jin represents steady upward progress with visibility — gaining recognition through merit. Essential for career advancement, brand growth, and projecting organizational achievements.

晋代表可见的稳定向上进展——通过功绩获得认可。对职业晋升、品牌增长和展示组织成就至关重要。