About
The I Ching
The I Ching (Book of Changes) is one of the oldest Chinese texts, serving as both divination manual and philosophical work. Using a system of 64 hexagrams, it provides insights into situations, transitions, and decisions. The text emphasizes change as a fundamental aspect of existence, offering wisdom for navigating complexity and uncertainty.iching.io
An app for reflection, journaling, and managing change. Divination and journal system with I Ching as philosophical framework. Your images become hexagrams, and insights collect in a searchable archive. The practice reveals patterns in your thinking over time, connected and informed by hexagram meaning.Coming soon for iOS. See the divination guide for details on how the system works.Approach
Rather than simulating the three-coin method through random number generation, this app takes a different approach, using machine learning to process images and generate hexagrams. The result inherits qualities from both your image and the network's internal dynamics.The included hexagram summaries and insights emphasize modern Daoist perspectives, rather than Confucian social commentary, making the wisdom more relevant to contemporary life. The focus is on transformation, uncertainty, and personal reflection.This is not intended as a replacement for traditional methods, but an alternative approach for practitioners seeking a modern interface. The system combines contemplative practice with external knowledge architecture, your consultations become a searchable archive revealing patterns over time.Your Data
Your images, journal entries, and divination history are stored securely. We do not track usage patterns, sell data, or use your content to train AI models. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time. See our full privacy policy for details.Data export functionality coming soon. Contact us for manual exports of your divinations, images, and journals.Further Reading
Your divinations include insight summaries drawn from a collection of I Ching research. For deeper study, especially when reflecting on nuanced situations, these contemporary translations offer fuller perspectives:"The Complete I Ching" by Alfred HuangModern translation emphasizing spiritual aspects
"The I Ching Plain and Simple" by Benebell WenAccessible approach to practical divination
"The Living I Ching" by Deng Ming-DaoPractical applications of I Ching wisdom
"Understanding the I Ching" by Richard Wilhelm and Cary F. BaynesClassic translation with psychological insights