Kien indicates that (in the state which it describes) there will be progress and success. The advantage will be found in firm correctness. (An earnest endeavour) to cultivate the (virtue of the) line that is advanced will suggest the (proper) course. (The subject of the hexagram is like) a bride being married, whose good fortune will be complete.
The first SIX, divided, shows the goose gradually approaching the shore. The younger brother will be exposed to peril, but there will be no error.
The second SIX, divided, shows the goose gradually approaching the large rocks. (We see in it) the advantage of eating and drinking (at one's ease) and rest.
The third NINE, undivided, shows the goose gradually approaching the dry ground. The husband goes forth and does not return; the wife is pregnant, but will not be delivered. There will be misfortune.
(The case is one in which the subject of the line) may be very advantageous in resisting plunderers.
The fourth SIX, divided, shows the goose gradually approaching the tree on the mountain. There may be some fear, but there will be good fortune in the end.
The fifth NINE, undivided, shows the goose gradually approaching the high mound. The wife for three years is not pregnant; but in the end she bears the child. There will be good fortune.
The topmost NINE, undivided, shows the goose gradually approaching the large summit (of the mountain). (Its feathers) may be used as ornaments for the dance. There will be good fortune.