I Ching: A Modern Interpretation

Author: Dongfang Qiao
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Publish Date: 2002-11-01
Features: The cultivation of modern humanistic qualities should begin with reading traditional classics. The in-depth yet accessible nature of traditional classics should be complemented by lively and engaging modern reading materials. This series has been reprinted for the third time in Taiwan.
The I Ching is an ancient classic. Ancient things often leave many mysteries for later generations, especially when they are subjected to the convoluted "interpretations" of countless "experts" throughout history. As a result, the "mystery of the I Ching" has become even more enigmatic. In reality, the I Ching only contains the "Yi" (change) that is easily understood and the "Jian" (simplicity) that is effortlessly achieved. Together, it should be considered one of the easiest and simplest classics in the ancient canon. Its structure and content are merely based on common phenomena encountered in daily life—such as water, fire, wind, thunder, the sun, seeds, eating, and sleeping. As long as you master the methods provided in this Modern Reading of the I Ching, you will discover that this "magic" of divining future events using six copper coins or a handful of bamboo sticks can be performed just as effortlessly by you.