I Ching Altar

The I Ching (易經, "Book of Changes") emerged approximately 3,000 years ago in China, making it one of the oldest divination systems still in active use. Originally a court oracle during the Zhou dynasty, it evolved through centuries of commentary—including texts attributed to Confucius—into a philosophical masterwork on change, ethics, and the nature of reality.

For contemporary study that bridges traditional scholarship with accessible practice, we recommend Benebell Wen's I Ching course—comprehensive yet approachable. Organizations like the Yijing Dao Center and academic sinologists also work to preserve both traditional and evolving interpretations.

Here you'll find I Ching books created by our community—each offering a unique lens on these ancient hexagrams.