35. Progress (Chin)

Fire over earth. Represents advancement and recognition through steady progress.

Line 1: Progress like a goose. The great prince issues commands, spreads his wings, and sails across the heavens.
Line 2: Progress like a goose. It has found its resting place on a high plateau. Good fortune.
Line 3: Progress like a goose. It has found its resting place on a plateau. The man returns home. His wife is pregnant, but she does not give birth. Misfortune. It furthers one to fight off robbers.
Line 4: Progress like a goose. It has found its resting place on a tree branch. No blame.
Line 5: Progress like a goose. It has found its resting place on a high hill. For three years the wife has no child. In the end nothing can hinder her. Good fortune.
Line 6: Progress like a goose. It has found its resting place in the clouds. Its feathers can be used for the sacred dance. Good fortune.