An Entirely New Presentation of the I Ching as an Algorithm of Intelligent Design
In this book, the I Ching is presented in an entirely new way. Here, the 64 hexagrams are not presented as disconnected symbols, but as algorithms that carry out the phase transformations of all processes of change in nature—and that includes events in our lives.
The book offers a detailed explanation of the nature of consciousness and the key differences between consciousness and intelligence. Because the I Ching represents a perfect reflection of nature’s fundamental laws—the algorithms by which nature operates on all planes—this book, for the first time in public discourse, proposes that the algorithms of the I Ching (the hexagrams) can serve as the basis for creating artificial intelligence. In that case, such an intelligence could be perfect, aligned with nature, and thereby protected from possible errors.
The trigrams are presented as three basic states of consciousness: the subconscious, the mind/ego, and superconsciousness (higher mind). All hexagrams depict all possible combinations of these states of consciousness—and, together with them, all the basic principles of transformation and action.
The hexagrams are presented here as a connected, meaningful sequence that traces the development of the foundational principles of transformation. That is why, for the first time, the book can be read not only as a work that raises questions, but also as spiritual literature—full of useful guidance grounded in detailed explanations of the texts of the classical commentaries. In this way, those texts become clearer than ever.
Who It’s Intended For
- Those who want to understand the I Ching as an ordered system of principles of change rather than as a collection of disconnected symbols.
- Those who are seeking a clearer meaning of the classical commentaries and a deeper explanation of their texts.
- Those who are interested in the relationship between consciousness and intelligence and in how that difference is reflected in our decisions and events in life.
- Those who use the I Ching to ask questions but feel that it also contains a broader, connected flow of learning.
- Those who want to read the I Ching as spiritual literature—as a meaningful sequence that leads the reader through the principles of transformation.
What You’ll Get from This Book
- An understanding of the hexagrams as algorithms of phase transformations in nature and in life events.
- A clear explanation of the nature of consciousness and how consciousness differs from intelligence.
- The trigrams presented as three basic states of consciousness: the subconscious, the mind/ego, and superconsciousness (higher mind).
- Insight into how the hexagrams depict all combinations of states of consciousness, along with the basic principles of transformation and action.
- A connected, meaningful sequence of hexagrams that can be read as spiritual literature, with detailed explanations of the classical commentaries—clearer than ever.
- A proposal that the algorithms of the I Ching (the hexagrams), reflecting nature’s fundamental laws, can serve as the basis for creating artificial intelligence aligned with nature and thereby protected from possible errors.
The right path is always available.
The only question is whether we want to follow it.
An entirely new presentation of the ancient book, I Ching.
The hexagrams are presented as algorithms that carry out the phase transformations of all processes of change in nature—and this includes events in our lives.
A detailed explanation is given of the nature of consciousness and of the difference between consciousness and intelligence.
Since the I Ching represents a perfect reflection of the fundamental laws of nature—the algorithms by which nature operates on all planes—this book, for the first time in public discourse, puts forward the proposal that the algorithms of the I Ching (the hexagrams) serve as a foundation for creating artificial intelligence. In this way, it may be perfect, aligned with nature, and thus protected from potential errors.
The trigrams are presented here as three fundamental states of consciousness: the subconscious, the mind/ego, and the superconscious or higher mind.
All hexagrams depict all possible combinations of states of consciousness—and, together with them, all fundamental principles of transformation and of our action.
In this book, the hexagrams are presented as a connected, meaningful sequence in the development of all fundamental principles of transformation. Thus, in addition to being used for asking questions, the book can, for the first time, also be read as spiritual literature, full of useful guidance based on detailed explanations of the texts of the classical commentaries.
In this way, the texts of the classical commentaries of the I Ching become clearer here than ever before.
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Table of Contents
Table of the Hexagrams of the I Ching
Part I: Foundations of the I Ching
Chapter 1 – What Is The I Ching
Chapter 2 – The Principle of Operation of The I Ching
Chapter 3 – Hexagrams Are The Algorithmic Structure of The Intelligent Design of Nature
Chapter 4 – What Is Consciousness And What Is Intelligence
Chapter 5 – To Whom Do We Pose A Question When We Consult The I Ching
Chapter 6 – Higher And Lower Mind
Chapter 7 – I Ching And The Nature of Events
Part II: Structure and Method
Chapter 8 – Trigrams
Chapter 9 – Structure of Hexagrams
Chapter 10 – How To Ask Questions
Chapter 11 – How To Consult The I Ching Using Sticks
Chapter 12 – How To Consult The I Ching Using Coins
Chapter 13 – How To Use The I Ching App
Chapter 14 – About This Translation
Part III: The Hexagrams
1 – Heaven / Creation
2 – Earth / Receptivity
3 – Initial Difficulties
4 – Immaturity
5 – Calculated Non-Action
6 – Conflict / Opposition
7 – The Army / Collective Strength
8 – Unity / Cooperation
9 – The Power of the Small / Restraint
10 – Behavior / Appearance
11 – Peace / Prosperity
12 – Stagnation
13 – Friendship / Fellowship
14 – Possession in Great Measure
15 – Humility / Moderation
16 – Serenity / Enthusiasm / Satisfaction
17 – Following / Adaptation
18 – Work on What Has Been Spoiled / Decay
19 – Approach / Advancement
20 – Contemplation
21 – Biting Through / Union
22 – Adornment / Grace
23 – Splitting Apart / Overthrowing
24 – Return / The Turning Point
25 – Innocence / The Unexpected
26 – The Taming Power of the Great / Potential Strength
27 – Nourishment / Jaws
28 – Preponderance of the Great / Critical Mass
29 – The Abyss / Danger
30 – Fire / Cooperation / Dependence
31 – Attraction / Influence
32 – Duration / The Constant Principle
33 – Retreat
34 – The Power of the Great
35 – Progress
36 – Darkening of the Light / Censorship / Light in Darkness
37 – The Family
38 – Opposition / Differentiation
39 – Obstruction / Understanding Limitations
40 – Deliverance / Release / Relief
41 – Decrease / Diminishing / Reduction
42 – Gain / Increase / Benefit
43 – Resoluteness / Removing the Negative
44 – Coming to Meet / Encounter
45 – Gathering
46 – Pushing Upward / Ascending
47 – Oppression / Exhaustion / Hardship
48 – The Well / The Source
49 – Revolution / Change / Transformation
50 – The Cauldron (Sacrificial Vessel) / Alignment with the Cosmic Order
51 – Thunder / Strong Shock / Awakening / Movement
52 – Stillness / Meditation
53 – Development / Gradual Progress
54 – The Marrying Maiden / Subordination
55 – Abundance / Zenith
56 – The Traveler
57 – The Penetrating Influence / Devotion / Gentleness
58 – Joy / Encouragement
59 – Dispersion / Lifting of Restrictions / Reunion
60 – Limitation / Regulation / Self-Restraint
61 – Inner Truth / Insight / Inmost Sincerity
62 – The Preponderance of the Small / Conscientiousness
63 – After Completion / After Fulfillment
64 – Before Completion / Before Fulfillment
