The Yi King Or Book Of Changes: The Oldest Work Of Magic 1143 B.C.

By: Charles F. Horne

Book Overview

The Yi King Or Book Of Changes: The Oldest Work Of Magic 1143 B.C. is a book written by Charles F. Horne. It is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Chinese divination system known as the Yi Jing or I Ching, which dates back to 1143 B.C. The book explores the history, philosophy, and symbolism of the Yi Jing, as well as its practical applications in the fields of astrology, fortune-telling, and spiritual guidance. Horne provides a detailed analysis of the 64 hexagrams and their associated meanings, offering insights into how they can be used to gain insight into the past, present, and future. The book also includes a translation of the original Chinese text, as well as a glossary of key terms and a bibliography for further study. Overall, The Yi King Or Book Of Changes is an essential resource for anyone interested in the ancient art of divination and the wisdom of the East.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100006.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425327508
• ISBN13: 9781425327507
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"