The I Ching is unique in the world's literature. Written over 3000 years ago in China, it is both a divination manual and a classic book of wisdom.

I means 'change'; Ching refers to an important book of lasting significance. So the I Ching is a book of wisdom that tells us about change. It sheds light on the nature of the processes we are going through, and gives us truly impartial advice on how to meet life's challenges.

The I Ching is a way of elucidating the present moment so that we can get a clear sense of the direction in which it is taking us. It draws our attention to elements of the present situation we may not have noticed, so that we can take steps to make the most of opportunities, and to avoid pitfalls.

In the course of Chinese history, over a hundred different schools have appeared on how to study the I Ching and apply its wisdom to daily life, business, and politics. Countless commentaries have been written on it.   C. G. Jung studied it for over 30 years and considered it a method of uncommon significance for exploring the unconscious; Taoist adepts have used it as a guide to self-realization. In ancient China, no king or general would have acted without consulting it. Today it is employed by heads of state, scholars, business people, and ordinary individuals, to shed light on questions ranging from political decisions to relationships and personal development.