Philosophy and Strategy of Life in the "Sixty-Four Hexagrams" (Dialogue on the I Ching - The Latest Revised Edition)

Author: Sun Yingkui, Yang Yiming
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
Features: The I Ching is an important cultural classic of ancient China, ranking first among the Thirteen Classics. Its content is rich and comprehensive, possessing a complete philosophical system with dialectical discussions ranging from the universe and nature to human life and society. It is an inexhaustible treasure trove of culture: philosophers discuss its principles, geomancers derive the He Shu from it, historians regard it as a record of ancient times, literati admire its lyrical style, scientists uncover its cosmic mysteries, and mathematicians have discovered the origin of the binary system. The hexagrams and line texts of all sixty-four hexagrams are gems of wisdom, serving as guides for life in different circumstances and strategies for governance amidst turbulent times. Especially its spirit of unremitting self-improvement and proactive progress, its awareness of potential dangers, its concept of harmonious development between heaven and humanity, and its idea of innovating and renewing with the times all play a significant role in the development of China's economy and society. This book adopts a form of dialogue between the main and the guest, aiming to explain profound truths in simple language, grasp the essence, and interpret the sixty-four hexagrams of the I Ching by connecting them to real-life situations. It conducts scientific analysis, avoids unfounded speculation, reveals the philosophy of life, and uncovers the secrets of strategy.