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A classic Chinese text that has functioned as both a divination tool and a foundational work of Eastern philosophy for millennia. Originally translated from Chinese into German by Richard Wilhelm and subsequently rendered into English by Cary Baynes, the volume features a famous foreword by psychologist C. G. Jung. The material is organized into three primary sections: the original hexagram texts, an exploration of the underlying principles of the universe, and detailed commentaries on the specific signs. Readers are guided through a series of sixty-four hexagrams representing various states of being, such as "The Creative," "Conflict," and "Peace." Beyond its use as an oracle, the book serves as a historical record of civilization and a guide for character formation through ethical wisdom. This specific third edition includes revised scholarly notes and an index to help navigate the deep complexities of Taoist and Confucian thought.
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