What should we do in order to increase the success rate, reduce failure, and ultimately achieve the goal in our hearts? The I Ching's "Gradual" hexagram warns people to do things in an orderly and gradual manner, and must not be impatient and rash, and explains what is the reason for doing so? Please listen carefully to the following interpretation:
Diagram of the structure of the gradual hexagram
1. Hexagrams symbolize step-by-step, and hexagrams are inspired by metaphors
The hexagram is the 53rd hexagram of the 64 hexagrams of the Book of Changes, the main hexagram is the Gen hexagram, the hexagram is the mountain, and the characteristics are passive and preventive; the guest hexagram is the Xun hexagram, the hexagram is the wind, and the characteristic is obedience, so it is also called the "mountain wind gradual hexagram". The hexagram shows that there are trees on the mountain, which gradually grows, and the mountain also increases. This is a process of gradual progress, so it is called "gradually". "Gradually" means "progress", which indicates gradual progress without haste.
From the analysis of the hexagram, the upper hexagram of the "Gradual" hexagram is Xun for the wood for the eldest daughter, the lower hexagram is Gen for the mountain for the young man, and the raw wood on the mountain is the hexagram of the gradual hexagram. There are forests in the mountains, but these forests are not formed suddenly, but small saplings continue to grow, gradually grow, and gradually form forests. The growth of the tree is slow, and this slow growth is exactly the meaning of the hexagram "Gradually".
Therefore, the hexagram "Gradually" symbolizes gradual progress and tells people the truth of gradual accumulation. In other words, we should be inspired by watching the trees on the mountains grow gradually: we should gradually cultivate virtue and improve the manners, manners, and habits of society.
Overview of the gradual hexagram
"Gradually" hexagram "Gradually: women return to auspiciousness, Li Zhen." This means that if a woman marries in an orderly manner according to all the etiquette of marriage, she will be blessed with good fortune and will be conducive to keeping the right path. This hexagram is a metaphor for a gentleman with a bride to be married, revealing to people:
A gentleman should continue to study, constantly increase his knowledge and cultivation, and be like a bride to be married, strong in heart, supple in appearance, and virtuous in appearance. Only in this way can he be appointed by the imperial court and become a pillar of the country.
2. How to describe the details step by step?
"The sixth day of the first month: Hong is gradually doing it; the boy is strong, there is a word, and there is no blame. This means: before the wild geese migrate and travel, they gather on the river bank and prepare to fly in groups. Little Goose did not know the hardships of the journey and could not wait patiently, so he was rebuked by everyone. If you can do things gradually, you won't suffer.
Gradual hexagram legend
This is a reminder to young people: we must be aware of our young ignorance or lack of experience, do not be rash, but do things gradually, do not be reluctant, but do what we can, and recuperate, do not rush to express our opinions, and see what everyone does, and then follow everyone to do it, so as not to be blamed.
"Sixty-two: Hong gradually in the rock, food truss, auspicious. The interpretation is: The wild geese have gradually risen from the river bank and gathered on the rock to make the final preparations before the journey. Enjoy eating and drinking together, auspicious. This story inspires people:
Everything has its own steps and cannot be achieved overnight, you should be aware of the process and not rush into it. When it's not time to spread your wings, you have to prepare step by step, and wait for the time to show off your skills.
"Ninety-three: Hong gradually in the land, the husband is not recovered, the woman is pregnant and infertile, and the fierce is fierce. That is, the wild geese fly up and gradually advance to the top of the flatter mountain, each of which must follow closely with the group. If you go it alone, it's hard to come back. It is also not allowed to show favoritism and combine at will, otherwise it will be difficult to have children even though you are pregnant, which is of course a dangerous thing. Stick to the right path and defend cautiously to defend against the enemy's aggression.
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This is a revelation to you: if you want to succeed in your career, you must be attached to a team, and it is difficult to achieve anything on your own. And in a team, you have to abide by the discipline of the team and don't mess around. Together, we are more likely to resist difficulties. If you don't discourage yourself from leaving your home country to pursue a risky business, you won't be able to do what you want to do, and the people who will help you will suffer as a result, and you will be left in exile for a long time, making it difficult to return home.
"June Fourth: Hong gradually becomes wood, or gets its tree, no blame. "Vernacular text: The wild goose flies up and gradually advances to a large forest, and may find a flatter branch to perch on, and it will not bring any disaster. Here's a reminder:
You may have just arrived in a new position, or you may have just been recommended for a higher position, and you may not have a smooth start to work in this situation, so you should be very cautious or you may be dismissed. At this time, you should show softness and obedience to the leader or superior, and after receiving the leader's appreciation and care, nothing will go wrong.
"Ninety-five: Hong gradually in the mausoleum, the woman is infertile at the age of three; Meaning: The wild goose flies up and gradually advances to the hills, like a husband who is far away and a wife who has not been pregnant for three years, but after all, evil cannot prevail over good, so in the end it is auspicious. The inspiration for this line is:
Schematic diagram of the gradual hexagram
When you encounter obstacles in your career, you must stick to the right path and work hard to overcome your shortcomings, and finally you will be able to achieve your wishes. It's like in marriage, it may be difficult for a husband and wife to reunite because of various barriers, but because they are loyal to each other and have not betrayed, they can finally be reunited.
"Shang Jiu: Hong gradually in the land, its feather can be used as a instrument, auspicious. The meaning of this phrase is that the flock of geese has gradually reached their destination. Beautiful feathers can be used as decorations for ceremonies, auspicious. The revelation of this line is: as long as you are beyond the worldly and not burdened by fame and fortune, you can advance and retreat from your heart, and you can achieve the ultimate of "progress".
3. Summary
To sum up: the "Gradual" hexagram of the Book of Changes, from the mountain there is a tree, gradually growing, and the mountain also increases, this natural phenomenon enlightens us: do things step by step, must not be impatient. In order to illustrate this principle, the hexagram "Gradually" also uses the words "female return", "maternal pregnancy" and "Feihong" as examples, and uses epigrams to describe the ways and methods of gradual progress.
The wind and the mountains are gradually hexagrams
Therefore, when we study the hexagram "Gradually", we should clarify three issues: First, we must do things in an orderly and gradual manner, and do not go beyond the conventional, otherwise we will have the meaning of wanting to hurry up and not reach it; second, we should use Feihong as an example to explain that we should go step by step to where we should go, not gradually, that is, we must have a clear direction for moving forward; third, when the situation is not good, we must wait patiently and not be in a hurry. The "Gradually" hexagram explains this matter with "the woman is infertile at the age of three, and she will win in the end".
In short, the principle of gradual progress advocated by the "Gradual" hexagram is an important rule that we should follow when dealing with things. Not only does it allow us to better cope with the complex and ever-changing world, but it also allows us to maintain a calm mind while gaining experience and improving our abilities.
Therefore, we should correctly understand and always keep this principle in mind, and integrate it into our life and work. Only in this way can we gain a foothold and continue to make progress in this era full of challenges and opportunities.
Concept art of the gradual hexagram
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