Publisher's Synopsis
The I Ching, also known as the Book of Changes, is an ancient Chinese text that has been used for divination and guidance for over two thousand years. This particular edition of the I Ching, translated by James Legge, is a comprehensive guide to understanding the text and its significance.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an introduction to the I Ching, including its history, philosophy, and methodology. Legge explains the various symbols and hexagrams that are used in the text, as well as the different methods for interpreting them.The second part of the book contains the actual text of the I Ching, along with Legge's translation and commentary. Each hexagram is explained in detail, with Legge providing insights into its meaning and significance. He also provides examples of how the hexagrams can be applied to real-life situations, such as relationships, business decisions, and personal growth.Overall, the I Ching Or Book of Changes by James Legge is an essential resource for anyone interested in Chinese philosophy, divination, or personal growth. It provides a thorough understanding of the text and its significance, as well as practical advice for using it in everyday life.1899. Fu Hsi, the first of the Five Emperors of the legendary period, is said to have been miraculously conceived by his mother who, after a gestation of twelve years, gave birth to him at Ch'eng-chi in Shenshi. He taught his people to hunt, to fish and to keep flocks. He showed them how to split the wood of t'ung tree, and then how to twist silk threads and stretch them to form rude musical instruments. From the markings on the back of a tortoise, he is said to have constructed the Eight Diagrams from which were developed the whole system of I Ching.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
