Origin of the I Ching

Author: Li Xueqin
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: The author of this book employs recent archaeological discoveries to scientifically and deeply discuss the origin and development of the Book of Changes (Zhou Yi), making its evolution from formation to development clearly presented to the readers. The book holds significant academic value, pointing out guiding methodologies for studying ancient classics. The Book of Changes is an ancient Chinese divination text. This is evident from its being under the control of the Grand Diviner in the Rites of Zhou and its applications in texts such as the Zuo Zhuan and the Guo Yu. However, within this divination text lies profound philosophical wisdom. This aspect, apart from the Commentaries on the Changes (Yi Zhuan), has rarely been discussed by others. Thus, the value of the Book of Changes lies in the Yi Zhuan, which uncovers the hidden philosophy beneath its divination exterior. So, what does the Yi Zhuan discuss? Who wrote it and when? These have become important research topics in the study of the Book of Changes.