Illustrated I Ching: The I Ching You Can Finally Understand

Author: Zu Xing
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Publish Date: 2007-02-01
Features: The Book of Changes is one of the oldest divination texts in China and also a philosophical work that embodies the wisdom and insights of ancient ancestors. Since ancient times, there have been numerous commentaries and research versions of it. However, due to changes in time and differences in understanding, many of these versions no longer meet the reading preferences of modern readers. This book, while remaining faithful to the original text, draws on the strengths of various schools, refining and selecting the essence. It overcomes the flaws of past versions—either overly profound and confusing, with conflicting interpretations; or overly outdated in form, leaving readers baffled. Using a refreshing and innovative illustrated format, it presents a fresh and vivid complete version of the Book of Changes: faithful to the original, incorporating the best of various schools, and simplifying the difficult language to suit modern readers. Starting from the hexagram and line texts of the Book of Changes, it reveals their characteristics and principles, delving deep into the profound depths of its philosophy, guiding readers toward enlightenment in life. With 600 exquisite hand-drawn illustrations and a vivid illustrated presentation, it delivers a visual shock and surprise to readers. The's system of hexagram illustrations and interpretations offers a description of the Book of Changes that is best understood through intuition rather than words.