I Ching Numerology

Author: Zhang Qicheng
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Publish Date: 2003-06-01
Features: The Book of Changes (Zhou Yi) is composed of a system of hexagram and line images and numbers, as well as a textual system of hexagram and line terms. The annotation and study of the Zhou Yi throughout history have also been divided into two major schools: the Image-Number school and the Principle school. Since the Image-Number school involves astronomy, calendar, music theory, ethics, philosophy, divination, and other content when interpreting the I Ching, its system becomes extremely complex, shrouded in a veil of mystery. This book compares the Image-Number schools of the Han and Song dynasties, revealing the broad connotations of the "Image-Number" category and the evolution of the "Image-Number school." It analyzes the metaphysics, methodology, cosmology, and humanistic worldview of the Image-Number school, thereby demonstrating the important role of "Image-Number" in the history of Chinese culture. It also showcases the theoretical framework of the Image-Number school, which shows the isomorphism between the cosmic world and the human world, as well as the integration of material studies and spiritual cultivation. Additionally, it expresses the universe-mindedness and life of Image-Number scholars, characterized by simplicity, openness, and a balanced, peaceful existence.