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For centuries the I Ching has been used as a basic map of conscious development, containing the underlying principles of all religions, and highly prized by followers of Buddhism. Chih-hsu Ou-i uses the concepts of Tiantai Buddhism to elucidate the I Ching - concentration and insight, calmness and wisdom, and various levels of realisation. Skillfully translated by Thomas Cleary, this work presents the complete text of the I Ching plus the only Buddhist interpretation of the oracle. (For this item please quote stock ID 5891) ISBN: 9780877734086

One of the last remaining copies of this popular Chinese horoscopes library. (For this item please quote stock ID 9064) ISBN: 9780855615833

A light-hearted look at the characteristics and compatibility of people born under each of the 12 animal symbols of the Chinese horoscope. (For this item please quote stock ID 9876) ISBN: 9789812180346

Traditionally devised more than 5,000 years ago, the Early Heaven teachings are as fresh and meaningful today as they were in antiquity. The Chinese, like people in almost all societies, are keenly interested in foretelling the future and learning about the hidden complexities of any situation. They have kept alive the tradition of the Yi Jing (I Ching), which is now one of the most famous divination systems in the West, for some 3000 years. Yet the Yi Jing actually belongs to the Later Heaven school of thought. As well as being a self-contained Oracle based on Early Heaven lore, this book tells the story of the Early/Later Heaven split, and is an introduction to the Early Heaven system itself. Despite the great differences between Early Heaven and Later Heaven (the Feng Shui that recently swept through the Western world is, for instance, a Later Heaven brand), I am keen to avoid any sectarian division, and point out that the two systems have managed to co-exist in China for millennia. Far from trying to replace Later Heaven with its precursor, I am seeking to bring a balance to Western perceptions of oriental beliefs. If, along the way, I can encourage due respect for Fu Xi, the legendary founder of the Early Heaven system, so much the better. The text, illustrated with line drawings, introduces Western readers to this ancient yet eternally fresh oriental teaching, and describes how to use it as a practical and versatile oracle. The Oracle provides a means of arriving at one of 32 basic answers or meanings, plus an automatic possibility of a further exploration of your question. Although this Oracle looks similar to the Yi Jing the resemblance is purely superficial, and the Early Heaven Oracle can provide a valuable and effective alternative for people who have tried Later Heaven divination yet been disappointed with the results. The Early Heaven system is also simpler to use and easier to understand. Early Heaven seeks to promote harmony with nature, serenity, stability, and inner strength by working with life's fundamental forces (symbolised by Yin and Yang) that, while constantly changing, are always balanced in the grand scheme of things. It has much to offer us, particularly when we suffer fatigue and anxiety, or feel alienated from nature and divorced from the real meaning of life. The Early Heaven Oracle offers profound insights into destiny and fortune, and helps us all to explore the mysteries of fate and the secret of living life to the full. (For this item please quote stock ID 19411) ISBN: 9780712654050

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There are times when we simply do not know what to do for the best, when we can see both sides of an argument or when we feel we need some advice. For the Chinese, a traditional way to find such help is to turn to the gods and goddesses for guidance using revered divination sticks that enables the inquirer to receive a specific answer from the deities. These sticks - numbered individually - are placed in a special holy container marked with the Chinese sign for spiritual blessing. Miraculously, on shaking, one emerges, the poems of the gods and goddesses - the immortal Wong Tai Sin, the Ruler of Heaven, or the goddess of Mercy, Kuan Yin, for example - are consulted and guidance is offered. With Chinese Fortune Sticks, you can enter the realms of Chinese tradition and tap into the wisdom of heaven - the Way of the Tao - for help and advice on how to deal with the challenges of everyday life. The system is quick, simple and great fun to use. Chinese Fortune Sticks comes complete with 64 divination sticks, a good-luck shaker and an illustrated book containing 64 fortune poems with modern-day interpretations. (For this item please quote stock ID 861) ISBN: 9781859062067

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The I Ching (Book of Change) is considered the oldest of the Chinese classics, and has throughout Chinese history commanded unsurpassed prestige and popularity. Containing several layers of text and given numerous levels of interpretation, the I Ching has been venerated for more than 3000 years as an oracle of fortune, a guide to success, and a source of wisdom. The underlying theme of the text is change, and how this fundamental force influences all aspects of life ? from business and politics to personal relationships. This translation of the I Ching draws on ancient Confucian commentary, which emphasises applying practical wisdom in everyday affairs. (For this item please quote stock ID 5382) ISBN: 9781590304037

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This book offers a revolutionary approach seeking to understand the oracle from the perspective of our modern age, neither repeating old ideas by rote nor rejecting them for their archaic style, but attempting to relearn their wisdom again. (For this item please quote stock ID 7541) ISBN: 9780895402547

This is the best compendium of study aids, technical resources, and useful information on the I Ching or Book of Changes, the best known and most widely read text from early Chinese culture. Dr Hacker?s text provides information formerly only available to those who read Chinese or to those with experience with formal logical systems. The text describes the many views of the I Ching, particularly its use for prediction, its structure and origin, the function of yin and yang lines, emblems and trigrams. The hexagrams are described in detail, each with an English name derived from the consensus of translators? insights. Also discussed are the nuclear trigrams, and the stories, ?flowers?, and cycles formed by the textual sequence. Dr Hacker makes deeper levels of meaning and insight from the I Ching accessible to the reader. 'This book is an invaluable guide for both students and scholars of the I Ching...a diversity of materials never before assembled in one volume...The addition of what may well be the most extensive annotated bibliography on the I Ching in print, makes Professor Hacker?s book first rate and absolutely indispensable.' - J. H. Wellbank, Professor Emeritus, Northeastern University 'You will find classifications, analyses of I Ching structure, different methods of relationships between the hexagrams, temporal cycles, calculations of the probability of transformation, and methods of divination...permitting all who use or study the I Ching to exploit its potential and comprehend its internal logic.' - Medicine Chinoise & Medecines Orientals (For this item please quote stock ID 7676) ISBN: 9780912111360

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Michio Kushi's guidebook on love and relationships, health and travel, and preparing for the new millennium (For this item please quote stock ID 9036) ISBN: 9780962852800

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The most penetrating divination manual ever prepared. Indispensable to the study of early Oriental civilisations. (For this item please quote stock ID 9372) ISBN: 9780486210629

The I Ching is an ancient Chinese esoteric manual compiled from many different sources that has enlightened many generations of Chinese. This facsimile reprint of James Legge?s original 1882 translation and annotation of the I Ching still remains as one of the standard references on this influential philosophical work. (For this item please quote stock ID 9374) ISBN: 9789971492007

The Book of Changes, or Yi Jing, or known in the West as I Ching, is the oldest philosophical text extant in China. Its origins are lost in the mists of time, but scholars believe that the basic compilation was done early in the Zhou dynasty. Based on a system of divination using eight basic trigrams (groups of solid and broken lines), permutations of 64 pairs of trigrams were worked out and over the ages pithy commentaries were added. The Book of Changes purports to chart the movements and developments (hence, 'changes') of all the phenomena in the universe. It has been regarded by many as a complete system of philosophy in itself, and has been consulted by emperors, statesmen and generals throughout Chinese history. Revered by Confucius, the Book of Changes was included in the five classics of Confucianism. It was one of the few books spared when Emperor Qin Shi Huang (259-210 B.C.) ordered the works of previous dynasties to be burnt. The Illustrated Book of Changes makes this venerable classic available to the reader in modern Chinese and English. The 64 hexagrams and their traditional commentaries are explained with illustrations, and the Chinese text has been written by leading calligraphers. (For this item please quote stock ID 9644) ISBN: 9787119019918

'This, I would suggest, is the single best introduction to the Yijing currently available' ? Kidder Smith, Bowdoin College, Philosophy East & West. 'Familiar with current historical and textual research, having no truck with 'ageless wisdoms' and leery of spirituality, Richard Lynn's translation of the I Ching as retranslated, explicated and interpreted by the young scholar Wang Bi and his followers, feels a world apart from that of Wilhelm' ? London Review of Books Richard Lynn's introduction to this new translation explains the organisation of The Classic of Changes through the history of its various parts, and describes how the text was and still is used as a manual of divination with both the stalk and coin methods. For the fortune-telling novice, he provides a chart of trigrams and hexagrams; an index of terms, names, and concepts; and a glossary and bibliography. Lynn presents for the first time in English the fascinating commentary on the I Ching written by Wang Bi (226-249), who was the main interpreter of the work for some 700 years. Wang Bi interpreted the I Ching as a book of moral and political wisdom, arguing that the text should not be read literally, but rather as an expression of abstract ideas. Lynn places Wang Bi's commentary in historical context. For beginners and devotees alike, this version of the I Ching is the clearest and most authoritative translation of this ancient classic. (For this item please quote stock ID 10340) ISBN: 9780231082952

Explore the extraordinary world of the I Ching with the authoritative translation now in stunning multimedia. Richard John Lynn´s The Classic of Changes has been hailed as the antidote to generations of outdated, inaccurate translations. Now this great book can be appreciated in the setting it deserves. Providing easy access to its offerings of wisdom and guidance, The Columbia I Ching on CD-ROM is designed to be used everyday as a source of reflection, enlightenment, and pleasure. (For this item please quote stock ID 10341) ISBN: 9780231108041

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Unravelling the secrets of the I-Ching oracle is almost as easy as tossing a coin - provided you have the right interpreter. For over 2,000 years, the Chinese have divined the hidden meanings of the sixty-four prophetic hexagrams and applied their wisdom to questions of love, marriage, family, business, and health. Now, at last, you can answer your most perplexing questions using this ancient Confucian prophecy, predict the future and determine your fortune with the help of The Pocket I-Ching. Follow its simple, clear directions to allow the wisdom of the I-Ching oracle to enter your life. (For this item please quote stock ID 10781) ISBN: 9780804815666

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At least 5,000 years old, the I Ching is a book of oracles containing the whole of human experience. Used for divination, it is a method of exploring the unconscious; through the symbolism of its hexagrams we are guided towards the solution of difficult problems and life situations. It can also be read as a book of wisdom revealing the laws of life to which we must all attune ouserlves if we are to live in peace and harmony. Richard Wihelm's version of the I Ching, first published in English in 1951 and reprinted many times since then, has become recognised as the standard and most reliable edition. (For this item please quote stock ID 14024) ISBN: 9780140192070

Features >An accessible guide to the ancient Chinese art of divination >Interpretations of the trigrams give spiritual guidance to match any questions or dilemma >Line-by-line readings give added nuances to your consultation >Beautiful photographs and specially commissioned illustrations aid interpretation of the I Ching (For this item please quote stock ID 14459) ISBN: 9781842152270

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Ancient Chinese divination manual and book of wisdom that now has a lot of interest in the West. Classic translation at a bargain price. Australian edition (For this item please quote stock ID 17179) ISBN: 9781864761412

'S. J. Marshall's intriguing work will be read with great interest by [I Ching] aficionados, and it will also attract the attention of contemporary scholars. The former will be immensely grateful for the clarity that Marshall brings to such an enigmatic text. . . . Everyone who reads The Mandate of Heaven will return to the Book of Changes with a renewed historical perspective' ? Stephen L. Field, professor and chair, Department of Modern Languages & Literature, Trinity University. The mysteries of the ancient Chinese text known as the I Ching continue to fascinate scholars and enthusiasts alike. While sinologists rely on historical criticism to explain the meaning of the work, those who use it for divination tend to accept without question the traditional account of its origin and purpose. Whereas modern scholars are generally dismissive of the book's reputed mystical significance, traditionalists often resent academic research into the oracle because it seems irreverent or iconoclastic. In The Mandate of Heaven, S. J. Marshall sets out to reconcile these opposing approaches. He plumbs the book´s numerous, hidden historical references, reading them against other sources, and discovers that the oracle has far more narrative integrity and basis in historical fact than anyone has previously appreciated. The Mandate of Heaven focuses on the story of the I Ching´s origins. The book is attributed to King Wen, who died before he could succeed in overthrowing the tyrannical Shang dynasty. His son, King Wu, eventually triumphed over the Shang and established the Zhou dynasty as the legitimate royal house. According to the tradition, these events are in some ways alluded to in the earliest layer of commentary in the I Ching, but no sound historical basis has been discovered to substantiate this claim. Consequently, since the 1930s sinologists have discounted the value of this tradition. Marshall uncovers an account of Wu's conquest in an important, previously overlooked passage that tells of a solar eclipse believed by the King to have been an omen from Heaven to immediately march against the Shang. Marshall is able to match this account with a scientifically verified solar eclipse that took place on June 20, 1070 B.C., just one of his many historical readings that show how the earliest layer of the I Ching has preserved a hidden history that has remained undetected for three millennia. (For this item please quote stock ID 19158) ISBN: 9780231122993

Your year sign is reckoned to have the most influence over your life, and this detailed guide examines exactly what this means for those born under the sign of the Goat. It forms a clear and insightful introduction into the complicated system of Chinese astrology, so that each individual can work out a thorough profile of themsleves. Combining mythology, Chinese folktales and classic literature, this beautifully illustrated gift book will entrance readers everywhere. The chance discovery in a Suffolk auction in 1998, of a journal written by an English traveller in China - the third installment of which is published here - was one of those finds that are at once delightful, unexpected and, ultimately, highly mysterious. The unknown 18th century author investigates the goat and its significance in Chinese myth, culture and astrology, guiding the reader through their own astrological profile, and tracing the goat's depiction in classic Chinese literature and folktale. This beautifully illustrated journal celebrates the goat in all its guises, from the thundering war steed of the ancient Chinese warriors, to the gelntle and mystical Qi-Lin whose appearance foretells the birth of a great Emperor. Full of digressions and incidental details, the sketchbook style of both prose and pictures gives a glimpse of the dreams and daily life of China when it was a world within itself. (For this item please quote stock ID 19303) ISBN: 9781862054745

According to ancient lore, an emperor once lived who demanded a roll call of earth's twelve most interesting animals. The Jade Emperor then commanded which animal, with its natural strengths and characteristics, would rule which Zodiac time and sign. This was the beginning of the system we now know as Chinese astrology. But you don't have to know a thing about Chinese astrology to appreciate this one-of-a-kind gift set. It comes complete with a Jade Emperor stamp made of resin, fashioned in classical Chinese style. Plus twelve rubber stamps that fit into the Jade Emperor, along with an inkpad with traditional red ink. An informative booklet outlines the story of just how the twelve animals that make up the Chinese Zodiac are categorized. Each animal is presented in detail and the table of years allows you to discover which animal presides over your birth year or that of anyone else. You will gain insight into your own relationships, love life, and ideal career path. Correspondences with the elements, colours, feng shui compass points, and yin-yang are provided, along with a section on compatibility ratings with each of the other signs. (For this item please quote stock ID 19752) ISBN: 9781859060872

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'Roy Collins' beautifully written and illustrated book sheds new light on the origin and development of the I Ching. It also offers insightful guidance on how to use The Book of Changes to interpret the rhythms and cycles of daily life. Highly recommended for both novices and experinced paratitioners' - Alex Jack, co-author of the Cancer-Prevention Diet, faculty member of the Kushi Institute and I Ching instructor. 'In Fire Over Heaven, we read of Roy's understanding of the [I Ching's] egalitarian construction, elaboration, and interpretations. Access is open to all ... In publishing this work, Collins wants to set the English language record straight regarding the I Ching' - Mike Chen, Macrobiotics Today. (For this item please quote stock ID 20834) ISBN: 9780738854816

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The I Ching, translated variously as the Book of Changes or the Classic of Change, is perhaps the oldest writing on philosophy, cosmology, divination and self-transformation in Chinese civilisation. It is one of the treasures of ancient Chinese literature, used as a divinatory tool as well as an instrument to develop intuition and perception. The I Ching Workbook provides a fascinating overview of the I Ching including its history and legend, the symbolism of the eight trigrams of natural energy, the meanings of the oracles of the 64 hexagrams, and methods for casting the I Ching. This illustrated workbook also explores the connections between the I Ching, oriental philosophy, and Chinese astrology, making it appropriate for beginners but also rich enough for devotees wishing to expand their knowledge of this fascinating subject. Special features of The I Ching Workbook include: >Descriptions & interpretations of the 64 hexagrams >Interactive workbook exercises for every chapter >Instructions for casting hexagrams using coins & beads >Detailed information on changing lines, progressed hexagrams & nuclear hexagrams >Meditations & visulations on aspects of the I Ching >Practical advice for asking questions & for reading & interpreting the answers (For this item please quote stock ID 22836) ISBN: 9781741101386

The ancient Chinese oracle, the I Ching, helps you work with the changes in your life. Its images and practical advice let you participate in change instead of being its victim. It acts like a wise old friend or helping spirit. In The I Ching Plain & Simple, Stephen Karcher ? one of the foremost experts on the I Ching in the West ? gives you an easy-to-follow introduction to using the oracle and making consultations, making this book perfect for beginners. The 64 Shapes of Change, the heart of the book, are presented simply and clearly, giving the reader quick access to their age-old wisdom. This introductory guide to the 3,000-year-old oracle book will show you how to: >recognise & resolve anxieties, fears & desires >plan effective strategies to deal with problem situations >make clearer, more informed decisions >connect with your creative imagination & use hidden abilities (For this item please quote stock ID 23057) ISBN: 9780007165650

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~Gain insights into daily life and the future. Full colour throughout. Australian authors. (For this item please quote stock ID 23196) ISBN: 9780760755471

The Spirit of Change: I-Ching Secrets for the 21st Century literally brings the teachings of the sages into your own lounge room where you can enjoy the benefits of their instruction and learn from the wisdom of the ages. This book is a three-part practical resource tool that unravels the mystery of spiritual lessons facilitating personal transformation, and the ability to adapt effectively to change. Part 1 covers the development and evolution of oriental spiritual practice and explores what it means to embody the characteristics of true yang (the male principle) and true yin (the female principle) in order to live a more creative, productive, balanced and harmonious life. According to the teachings of spiritual alchemy, the destiny of a human being is none other than the unification of these core energies. Part 2 contains commentaries on each of the 64 hexagrams of the I-Ching using a psycho-emotional framework in keeping with the kinds of problems modern people face in daily life. The commentaries provide practical solutions to the resolution of conflict and clearly indicate the steps to be taken in addressing fundamental issues. Part 3 identifies and interprets those factors responsible for shaping personal destiny, assists the reader to identify harmful habituated patterns of behaviour and in the process makes it possible to step into the future with confidence and a renewed sense of trust. (For this item please quote stock ID 23245) ISBN: 9780975235713

~In the follow-up to her popular Feng Shui Life Planner, world-famous author Lillian Too reveals how to use the extraordinarily accurate Plum Blossom Oracle to interpret the I Ching. Until now, this system has remained the secret of a select group, but Too?s instructions and 120 illustrations ? including plenty of charts ? allow a much wider readership to penetrate this ancient form of divination.

~The Plum Blossom Oracle features two different methods, the Early Heaven and the more advanced Later Heaven, each with its own particular arrangements. See how to read the hexagrams, which contain 64 possible permutations, to find divine guidance. Interpret the symbols and signs that manifest themselves as everyday events, dreams, or unexpected encounters. You?ll gain deeper insight into your personal and professional life. (For this item please quote stock ID 23570) ISBN: 9780600609179

~There have been many books on this ancient oriental art, but this is the first to bring all three methods to a Western audience.

~The authors claim that using all three methods of the I Ching will help you in all areas of your life, whether it be your health, your relationships or your working life and to protect you from unforeseen disaster, accident or any other misfortune!

~They summarise the well-known Classical Method for an intuitive insight into prediction, and then go on to explain both the Mei Hua method and the Na Jia method. Within each method, they show the reader, in a step-by-step process, how to create a hexagram, how to analyse it and thus how to draw a conclusion. They maintain that regular consultation of the I Ching will improve your life, helping you to make the right and wise decision when presented with confusing alternatives. They also offer the reader extraordinary and convincing data about the authenticity of the world?s oldest prediction tool, and give dozens of examples of events and predictions that they have studied using all three of these methods.

~Dr Yang Wang is a professor in Preventive Medicine and Public Health in China. He is one of the bestselling authors in China with 20 books and more than 100 papers published in various magazines and newspapers in China and abroad. Jon Sandifer has studied and written a number of books on oriental divination methods and is currently Chairman of the Feng Shui Society in the UK. (For this item please quote stock ID 23703) ISBN: 9781842930526

~The new, revised edition of a core work, Chinese Astrology is the first comprehensive study of this fascinating subject to be made available in a Western language.

~The Chinese have practised astrology for many thousands of years ? they had compiled a systematic method of observing and interpreting the heavens long before contact had been made with the Western world.

~Derek Walters traces the history of Chinese astrology from its earliest records to the present and explains the principles on which the art is founded. He examines the essential aspects of the subject: its foundation in astronomical observation, its development in historical context and the methods used in interpreting the portents. He brings the subject to life by including a number of actual Chinese horoscopes from different periods. An important feature of this new edition is the inclusion of the Tzu Wei system which forms the basis for the latest computerised Chinese horoscopes.

~Derek Walters is Europe's foremost athority on Chinese astrology, respected not only for his thorough academic knowledge of the subject, but also as an actual practitioner of Chinese divination. He has written a number of authoritative and popular books on oriental divination, including The Chinese Astrology Workbook and the Feng Shui Handbook. (For this item please quote stock ID 23704) ISBN: 9781842930250

Chinese astrology predates its Western cousin by millennia. In this comprehensive text, Derek Walters traces the history of the tradition from its earliest records to the present and clearly explains the principles on which the art is founded. Through in-depth analysis Walters offers insight on the essential aspects of Chinese astrology: its foundation in astronomical observation, its development in historical context, and the methods used in interpreting the portents. Walters also provides comprehensive studies of popular concepts such as Feng Shui, the Chinese calendar, and divination plates. The inclusion of actual Chinese horoscopes from different periods offers an intimate, unmediated look into ancient Chinese astrology, and provides the reader with the opportunity to draw her own conclusions. (For this item please quote stock ID 23856) ISBN: 9781842931110

There?s no need for a lifetime of study to get the benefits of the I Ching. By modernising and simplifying the ancient Chinese oracle, this easy-to-follow manual allows contemporary readers to find fast answers to pressing questions and receive in-depth guidance on major life issues. The key lies in a simple three-coin casting method that creates a hexagram. Sift through the illustrations to find your pattern. Solutions begin to come into focus through discussions of the images, keyword associations, and interpretations of each of the 64 possible hexagrams. If you want, go further by breaking the hexagram into two trigrams to reveal more information. Quick-fix interpretations for each enable you to make decisions when there?s no time for detailed investigation. (For this item please quote stock ID 23982) ISBN: 9781402712227

The ancient oracle system of I Ching has provided guidance to wisdom seekers for 5,000 years. Now writers seeking ideas and motivation can take advantage of these ancient predictions, recast by Sarah Jane Sloane into relevant suggestions for contemporary writers. Each of the I Ching's 64 hexagrams - interpreted by Sloane from years of study as well as from comparisons of over 50 translations - offers commentary and direction for what the future will hold for the writer. In addition to this oracular system of advice, the book outlines the five stages of the writing process - brainstorming, planning, generating a first draft, revising the draft, and polishing - and provides a clear introduction to the philosophy of the I Ching. Inspirational quotations, writing prompts, solutions to common writing problems, and over 270 activities, exercises and suggestions are also included in this wonderful exploration of the creative process. (For this item please quote stock ID 24296) ISBN: 9781577314967

In Tao studies, the frequent use of Yin (lunar) calendar and the application of 'Knot and Chi' Yan (solar) calendar, make this conversion calendar a necessity as the everyday use of the Gregorian calendar (Western lunar calendar) is calculated and fixed on a different basis. The Yin-Yang calendar is a must for people who want to study the I Ching, fate forecasting, feng shui, Chinese medicine and many other ancient Chinese Taoist skills. (For this item please quote stock ID 24603) ISBN: 9789839818154

Chinese Astrology: Exploring the Eastern Zodiac explains our 'natural endowment' or 'inner being' - our personality from the beginning. This 5,000-year-old art paints a remarkable picture of personality and potential using the archetypes of the 12 signs of the ancient Eastern zodiac. While each one of us possess some qualities of all 12 signs, we each have a dominant sign and birth element. Be prepared for some 'ah ha!' moments as you explore this ancient art and gain insight into the characters of those you meet along life's path. You may notice interesting similarities to your friends and family, and you may never look at yourself the same way again. This is a timeless system that is as pertinent today as it was many centuries ago. In a book that will fascinate both devotees of Western astrology and those who have never even checked their horoscopes in the newspaper, you'll learn * The twelve signs of the Eastern Zodiac and what they tell you about yourself and others. * The Five Elements, and how your birth element influences your destiny. * Chinese love signs, karmic connections, and the secrets of soul mates. * Your Chinese birth hour 'companion' - your other self. Shelly Wu has been called the 'Dear Abby' of Chinese astrology. Ms. Wu teaches Chinese Astrology at the Online College of Astrology and lives in the high desert of Southern California with her menagerie of pets. (For this item please quote stock ID 24837) ISBN: 9781564147967

For centuries The I Ching or Book of Changes has been consulted for wise advice. The I Ching is more than just a book, it is a living, breathing oracle which you can consult at any time, whether you need specific advice or general guidance. The Chinese believe it will help to promote success and good fortune and to impart balance and perspective to your life. Brian Browne Walker's new, highly accessible translation of The I Ching allows you to make the wisdom of the ancient Chinese sages your own. The easy-to-use format and the contemporary language of this edition will be a boon to new users. Devotees of The I Ching will also find that this version enhances their understanding of the ancient text. (For this item please quote stock ID 25483) ISBN: 9780749926175

The ancient knowledge of Chinese astrology has become more and more popular in recent years as people discover its relevant and insightful ways of understanding themselves and other through the 12 animal signs of the Chinese Zodiac. This beautiful, fully-illustrated, and colourful book makes this venerable system accessible to all who want to: >Learn to cast and interpret Chinese horoscopes >Discover how the year, month, day, & hour of birth affect fortunes >Improve relationships & find the right partner in life >Gain insight into their own characters (For this item please quote stock ID 25597) ISBN: 9780517227022

From the author of 365 Tao and a leading authority on Taoist practice and philosophy comes a completely innovative translation of the classic text of Eastern wisdom, the I Ching. The I Ching, or Book of Changes, is an ancient manual for divining the future. Its basic text is traditionally attributed to the Chinese King Wen, the Duke of Zhou, and the philosopher Confucius. By tossing coins, rolling dice, using a computer, or, more traditionally, counting yarrow stalks, one can create a seemingly random combination of heads or tails, odd or even, yin or yang, to construct six lines (for example, solid for odd numbers or broken for even numbers). These six lines make up a hexagram that provides advice, predictions, and answers to questions on topics from love and career to family and finance. While known mostly as a tool of divination, the I Ching is also a repository of centuries of wisdom. Most of the existing translations offer either dense, scholarly commentary or little more than fortune-cookie platitudes, but in The Living I Ching Deng Ming-Dao takes a more holistic approach. His new translation recovers the true wisdom and philosophy of this ancient classic, so that the I Ching becomes more than just a book of fortune-telling - it becomes a manual for living. (For this item please quote stock ID 26125) ISBN: 9780060850029

Imagine the power of 64 cards that map out the basic spiritual principles of the I-Ching and give instructions on how to use them! This deck is the next best thing to travelling around with a sage in your pocket, ready to answer your questions about the deeper meaning of life. (For this item please quote stock ID 26784)

As far as its world outlook is concerned, The Book of Changes holds that all functions of the universe come from Nature. Hence, as an element of Nature, mankind should also follow such a spirit closely, without exception. As far as methodology is concerned, The Book of Changes is a logical system using Gougu Theorem (the Pythagorean Theorem) as its pivot, and uses time and space to unify all things in the universe in terms of their function (instead of their physical structure). (For this item please quote stock ID 27199) ISBN: 9787801385215

Based on 60-year cycles of the lunar calendar, Chinese astrology came into popular use almost 5,000 years ago. It is said to reflect 'the animal hidden in your heart' and to determine an individual's distinguishing characteristics, fortunes, marital prospects, future events, and more. Published to coincide with the Millennium Year of the Dragon, Simple Chinese Astrology makes this exacting science and art of divination and personality analysis accessible to Western readers. Author Damian Sharp covers everything from which year is best for investments to which zodiac sign pairings are most conducive to marital bliss. Simple Chinese Astrology can also be used to analyse the horoscopes of corporations, countries, marriages, and contracts. Enlightening and entertaining, this book is an ideal guide to finding all the love, happiness, and success under the stars. (For this item please quote stock ID 27240) ISBN: 9781573242615

What if you could tell, just by looking at others, how they tend to think, feel, and behave? What if your partner's face revealed the best way to resolve any conflicts between you? And what if you could discover in your own face the wisdom that you need in order to be the best you can be? Based on the same ancient foundation as acupuncture and Chinese medicine, face reading has been in the "research and development" phase for over 3,000 years. When translated to make it meaningful for our Western lives, it's a powerful source of wisdom that we can all access. Chinese face reading shows you how to live your life in alignment with your own natural flow, find the life path that gives you joy, attract relationships that nurture you, and most of all, enable you to feel compassion for yourself and others. About the Author Jean Haner teaches powerful techniques to "read" people's inner natures. With a 25-year background in the ancient Chinese principles of balance and health, Jean places an emphasis on compassionate and affirming ways for people to live in alignment with their own true selves. She is well known as a warm and inspirational teacher, providing grounded, practical information that can be put to immediate use. This is Jean's first book. (For this item please quote stock ID 29278) ISBN: 9781401917555

Dream analysts at the Chinese court are mentioned in historical sources dating from the second millenium B.C., while belief in portents, omens, and system of prognostication have kept dream imagery and its interpretation very much in the mainstream of Chinese popular culture. This book, illustrated with woodblock prints from classical texts, presents an alphabetical compilation of Chinese dream images and their meanings. Perusing them offers extraordinary insights into a dynamic culture with ancient roots, and leads us to a deeper appreciation of goals and aspirations common to humanity, as well as the differences that derive from our cultural diversity. (For this item please quote stock ID 21460) ISBN: 9780834804371

Detailed studies of particular stars and areas of fate. This book helps us to predict, understand and create our own fate path, understand our Intelligence Quotient and Emotional Intelligence Quotient, and determine our goals and desires, setting us on the road to achievement. (For this item please quote stock ID 24600) ISBN: 9789839818161

In the Chinese system of astrology, fate is preset at birth. Fate Theory is the starting point if we want to solve our problems and upgrage our life-path with Tao studies. Zi Wei numerology provides this information and guides us not to accept what has been set but to stay on the upper hand of our fate. Zi We numerology is the key to unlocking your fear of the future, an explanation of your present situation, and the answer to how you should proceed for the better. (For this item please quote stock ID 24602) ISBN: 9789839818178

The I Ching is a symbol-based divination system dating back 3000 years in China. This chart covers the basics, questions & answers, yin & yang, the trigrams, casting the I Ching, and the 64 hexagrams. (For this item please quote stock ID 17471) ISBN: 9781550806281

The human face can be an open book - and the Chinese art of mian chiang teaches you to read it. By looking at each feature, determine anyone's true nature and fortune, anticipate behaviour, and fine-tune relationships. Begin with the shape of the face; five elements, with their different characteristics; and 10 basic patterns. Individually travel across the ears, eyes, brows, nose, cheekbones, mouth, lines, chin, hair, and forehead, guided by drawings and charts. Special sections on facial and body language deepen your knowledge. (For this item please quote stock ID 16644) ISBN: 9781843330202

The highly regarded translation that honors the authentic Chinese spirit of the Book of Changes.

>Places new emphasis on the intricate web of interrelations among the names & sequence of the sixty-four hexagrams >Includes historical information on the events out of which the I Ching was born >Introduces several new methods of divination.

For more than 3,000 years the I Ching has been the most important book of divination in the world. Revered by billions of Chinese as the Classic of Classics and consulted as a source of ancient wisdom, it has been embraced by the West in the last 50 years but has always been translated by Westerners who brought their own cultural biases to the work, distorting or misunderstanding its true meaning.

In The Complete I Ching Master Alfred Huang has restored the true essence of the I Ching by emphasizing the unity of Heaven and humanity and the Tao of Change, and, even more important, by including translations of the Ten Wings, the commentaries by Confucius, that are essential to the I Ching's insights. Previous English translations have either given these commentaries a minor place in the book or have left them out altogether. But the Chinese say that the I Ching needs the Ten Wings to fly. Restored to their central place in the book by Master Huang, the I Ching at last flies in English.
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The 12 Animal Zodiac is the most well known system of Chinese astrology. The 12 Animal Zodiac attempts to reveal a person's character, relationship, potential and luck thorough a person's life by taking only the year of birth into the calculation. Legends and mythology are a big part of Chinese culture, especially in relation to the Chinese Zodiac. The 12 animals that appear on the Chinese Zodiac include a rat, buffalo (ox), tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig. It's an unusual combination of animals, and their appearance on the Chinese Zodiac is the topic of countless legends and is deeply embedded in Chinese mythology Click to watch a sample video clip (For this item please quote stock ID 30203)

For millennia, the Chinese have used Date Selection as an integral tool to select the most suitable day and time for a wide spectrum of activities from declaring war, to commencing harvests. And they weren?t the only ones who sought means of selecting the best dates possible. The ancient Indian, Greek and Mayan civilizations displayed remarkably accurate, sophisticated techniques of demarcating time using calendars ? and invariably, selecting the best timelines possible to embark on important ventures.

So it can well be truly said that Date Selection has been one of humankind?s most faithful companions since the dawn of time.

In today?s modern world, mistakes can be costly. But everything has to move, and move very quickly too. From the signing of business contracts and moving into a new home, to even launching a new product or tying the knot.

So how do we know that each and every step we take, each and every move we make, is done on the BEST date possible?

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As a newer addition to the Chinese Metaphysics Reference Series, the Xuan Kong Da Gua Ten Thousand Year Calendar is a definitive reference book for students and practitioners of Xuan Kong Da Gua Feng Shui Date Selection.

Covering a vast amount of years from 1920 to 2050, this calendar provides fast and accurate reference without the need to refer to multiple sources, and its bilingual format in both Chinese and English allows the easy absorption of names and terms in its original language, while still allowing for easy understanding and swift application of the formulas. A useful introductory chapter provides short explanatory notes on how to use this book.

A handy, vital reference for students, teachers, and practitioners, the Xuan Kong Da Gua Ten Thousand Year Calendar will be a welcome addition to any Feng Shui reference bookshelf.

In this reference book, you'll find:

>Each chapter corresponding to a specific year, and the twelve respective months of each year shown complete with the Pillar (Stem & Branch) alongside the Hexagram.

>The Hour, Day, Month, and Year Hexagrams, presented for easy and quick reference.

>The 'Monthly Flying Stars' as well as the monthly 'Three Killings' location provided at the beginning of each chapter.

>Each Hexagram complete with its individual 'Xuan Kong Element' and 'Period Luck' number.

>The Transition Dates of each month (as in the Chinese Solar Calendar), highlighted for easy reference.

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This comprehensive guide to Chinese astrology brings together everything you need to know about the subject, from learning about the 12 animals of the zodiac to calculating your year sign and more detailed analysis of your astrological chart based on the hour, day and month of your birth. With practical advice on how to develop your horoscope still further and information about ways to apply your knowledge, such as the use of astrology in Chinese medicine and feng shui, this is the perfect book for anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of Chinese Astrology. (For this item please quote stock ID 30899) ISBN: 9781841813387

The Yijing (I Ching) or "Book of Change" is one of the oldest of the Chinese classic texts and has held a key place in the Daoist tradition for thousands of years. Explaining the ancient Yijing system of prediction based on the Xiang (symbolism) and Shu (numerology) knowledge of Bagua (the eight basic trigrams), which have not previously been written about outside Chine, this book makes the Yijing accessible to the Western world in a new and fuller way.

In the space of just eight days, Master Zhongxian Wu leads the reader towards a deep understanding of the Eight Trigrams of the Yijing and how to apply this knowledge in practical ways in daily life. Master Wu explores the numerology and symbolism of Yijing and clearly explains how the reader can use the Yijing divination system for themselves.

This remarkable book provides a user-friendly eight day program that will be a fascinating read for anyone with an interest in learning more about the Yijing or Chinese philosophy and culture as a whole, as well as those who wish to learn how to use the Yijing for practical purposes..

"You hold in your hands one of the finest interpretations of the I Ching on the planet. Master Wu artfully presents a clear and insightful interpretation of ageless wisdom for seekers of consciousness in these troubled times. I highly suggest brewing a cup of hot water, infusing it with your favourite blend of tea and curling up with this book." - Brian Luke Seaward, Ph.D., author of Stand Like Mountain, Flow Like Water (For this item please quote stock ID 31299) ISBN: 9781848190207

The only book available on Chinese horoscopes for parents and parents-to-be, Children of the Moon gives profiles of children based on their birth time, month, and year. This book explains for the first time ever how 'birth order,' according to Chinese horoscopes, affects a child's outlook on life. With Children of the Moon, discover the animal sign and personality of your child: The Rat: A leader & self-starter The OX: Dedicated & hardworking The Tiger: Charismatic & courageous The Rabbit: Peace loving & intelligent The Dragon: Dynamic & optimistic The Snake: Wise & confident The Horse: Perceptive & independent The Sheep: Artistic & graceful The Monkey: Brilliant & curious The Rooster: Efficient & ambitious The Dog: Loyal & Just The Boar: Affectionate & generous Entertaining and enlightening for children as well as parents, Children of the Moon also includes a special story dedicated to each sign at the end of each chapter. (For this item please quote stock ID 19226) ISBN: 9780060938369

How often have you taken one look at someone and 'known' that they were not to be trusted? How often have you been sure at first sight that some new acquaintance was going to be your friend? You 'know' because you can instinctively see their character in their faces. The art of reading faces has been practised in China for literally thousands of years. Now, with the help of this step-by-step guide, anyone can learn how to interpret different facial characteristics and acquire an instant knowledge of a person's character, feelings, hidden desires and worries, state of health and mood. High cheekbones, a pointed chin, flaring eyebrows or a turned-up nose all have specific meanings. Learn how to interpret them and you will gain greater self-knowledge and a deeper understanding of your friends, colleagues and partners. Clear and practical, The Secret Language of Your Face includes 180 illustrations showing you all the facial features, with the meaning of each type explained. Face reading is entertaining and fun but no mere party game. Developed by the Chinese for its psychological insights and as an aid to medical diagnosis, it will change your whole perception of the people around you - as well as yourself. (For this item please quote stock ID 19316) ISBN: 9780285634848

'...simplified, attractive...The book's full-color design and layout make it, and the accompanying cards, a feast for the eyes' - Publishers Weekly. It's easier to access the wisdom of the I Ching with these stunning cards rather than the usual coins or sticks. The answers to your questions are right there in the cards, with simplified interpretations comprehensible even to newcomers. Those who want a deeper understanding can delve into the guide, where each symbol receives a detailed explanation. No question will go unanswered. (For this item please quote stock ID 19430) ISBN: 9780806936215

The Yi Jing has been used as an Oracle in China for thousands of years, and it is a fascinating and intriguing blend of philosophy, cosmology, and even sociology, as it probes the customs and mores of ancient-day China. The Yi Jing's relevance to the modern epoch is unrivalled in terms of accessibility and applicability. The Plum Blossom method, or known in Chinese as the 'Mei Hua Yi Shu,' is a subsystem of Yi Jing Divination. It's a more methodical and rational form of divination precisely because the method is rooted on the sound principles of the five elements and the original Gua attributes, which forms the basis of Chinese Metaphysics and Feng Shui.

Now, Joey Yap presents the ultimate Plum Blossom Divination Reference Book, which is an exhaustive and complete reference for Yi Jing Plum Blossom practitioners and students.

The highlights of this thoroughly-researched reference text:

Every single one of the 64 Hexagrams along with the 384 Yaos in complete and thorough detail, with all its possible permutations.

Each Yao text is provided, followed by other relevant considerations pertaining to the Hexagram.

Each Hexagram has the possibility of six changing Yao lines, and the derivation of all six possibilities is compiled in orderly sequence within the pages of this book.

A detailed Introduction on how to use the book and how to make the most of the Gua explanations you derive.

General and concise explanations of each Hexagram to further help you understand the meaning of the Hexagrams.

An overall indication of the attributes of each Hexagram, which allow you to determine the usefulness of that particular Hexagram for a particular situation in your life.

A description of all the relevant and particular considerations for each Hexagram. This comprises detailed and specific outcomes for various key aspects of life including:

> General Luck

> Health

> Relationships

> Career & Wealth

> Lost Property

> Missing Persons

> Legal Matters

> Travel

The Original Gua shown and highlighted with its Mutual Gua for every one of the Hexagrams for easy comparison and analysis.

The Original Gua shown and highlighted with its Transformed Gua.

A clear reference for the qualities of each Gua in relation to time, indicating the usability of each Gua depending on the Season and Day on which it is derived.

Highly-recommended for practitioners and students, the Plum Blossom Divination Reference Book eliminates the need to sift through numerous books, texts, and sources, simplifying your work. It's the only book you'll need to guide you in your Plum Blossom research, studies and practice

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Richard Wihelm's version of the I Ching, first published in English in 1951 and reprinted many times since then, has become recognised as the standard and most reliable edition. (For this item please quote stock ID 25088) ISBN: 9780140190496

A startling correlation between ancient knowledge and untra-modern science is explored in DNA & the I Ching. Johnson Faa Yan is from the town in China where Chu His, the Sung Dynasty I Ching scholar, lectured and meditated. After receiving his Ph.D. from Kent State Universtiy, Dr. Yan did post-doctoral research on computational chemistry of biopolymers at Cornell University. His current interest is, of course, the interpretation of DNA and protein sequences. (For this item please quote stock ID 22196) ISBN: 9781556430978

Of particular interest for its application to business strategising, this edition of the well-known ancient Chinese classic I Ching (The Book of Changes) guides readers through the intricacies of group dynamics and relationships within organisations of all kinds. The root text is supported by a commentary from the 11th century scholar Cheng-Yi, founder of the movement known as Lixue, the 'study of inner design'. Cheng contended that by understanding the pattern of events - the inner design of nature - one can bring about mutual understanding and cooperation among people in groups, thus facilitating the accomplishment of any tasks they might undertake. The translator's extensive introduction gives specific, systematic guidelines for consulting the I Ching for greatest understanding and best results. Included in the afterward is a profile of the modern and Japanese organisational genius Matsushita Konosuke, founder of Panasonic and other multinational corporations, whose success has been built on the principles of the I Ching. (For this item please quote stock ID 5881) ISBN: 9781570620867

The I Ching is the oldest and most profound of the Chinese classics, venerated for over 3000 years as an oracle of fortune, a guide to success, and a source of wisdom. This translation includes commentary from the legendary 11th-century scholar Cheng Yi and a new introduction by the translator Thomas Cleary. (For this item please quote stock ID 21928) ISBN: 9781590300152

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The Original I Ching Oracle is the final result of 50 years of I Ching research and over 10 years of roundtables and seminars. Based on a revolutionary translation method, the book offers Western readers the closest possible approach to the true content of the ancient Chinese oracle. By cutting through layers of philosophical analysis and recovering the original images of the I Ching, this edition puts readers in contact with a deep universal dimension of the human psyche, as present today as it was for the shamans in China over 3,000 years ago. (For this item please quote stock ID 24297) ISBN: 9781842931493

As an addition to Joey Yap's bestselling Chinese Metaphysics Reference Series, the Xuan Kong Da Gua Structures Reference Book is an invaluable addition to the bookshelf of any committed and enthusiastic Feng Shui student or practitioner.

This book compiles the most common structures within the Xuan Kong Da Gua system for easy reference, taken mainly from the Di Li Bian Zheng (Earth Study Discern Truth) written by the renowned Grandmaster Jiang Dahong. It is presented here for you in an easy-to-understand bilingual format, with all key terms and references presented in both the original Chinese as well as in English.

How about having at your fingertips all you ever needed to know about the most important Xuan Kong Da Gua Structures? This book presents it all to you in a simple, fuss-free format, saving you the trouble of sorting through various other sources. It is truly an essential Reference Book to aid and complement your Xuan Kong Da Gua studies and practice.

Highlights of the book include:
> The Xuan Kong Da Gua Essentials presented in a clear and easy-to-understand format, and serves as a useful introduction to the rest of the book
> Xuan Kong Da Gua Hexagram Arrangements
> Most-commonly used Xuan Kong Structures and Transforming Structures
> The 64 Hexagrams Gold Division Analysis with all the descriptions of the 64 Hexagrams from the Yi Jing

> Bilingual format in both English and original Chinese
> Clear and detailed diagrams, charts, and structures to facilitate fast comprehension
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The first book to cover the complete Taoist teachings on form, structure, and symbol in the I Ching. >Provides many new patterns & diagrams for visualizing the layout of the 64 hexagrams >Includes advanced teachings on the hosts of the hexagrams, the mutual hexagrams, & the core hexagrams >Written by Taoist Master Alfred Huang, author of The Complete I Ching. The Numerology of the I Ching is the first book to bring the complete Taoist teachings on form, structure, and symbol in the I Ching to a Western audience, and it is a natural complement to Alfred Huang's heralded The Complete I Ching. It examines not only the classic circular arrangement of the eight trigrams but also the hidden numerology in this arrangement and its relationship to tai chi and the Chinese elements. Huang explains the binary code underlying the I Ching, the symbolism behind the square diagram of all 64 hexagrams, and Fu Xi's unique circular layout of the 64 hexagrams, completely unknown in the West. Entire chapters are devoted to such vital material as the hosts of the hexagrams, the mutual hexagrams, and the core hexagrams - all barely hinted at in previous versions of the I Ching. With appendices listing additional symbolism for each hexagram, formulas for easily memorizing the Chinese names of the sixty-four hexagrams, and much more, The Numerology of the I Ching is a must for serious I Ching students. (For this item please quote stock ID 13775) ISBN: 9780892818112

For 5000 years, the Chinese have used a system of astrology based on a person's birth year to predict personal prosperity and discover compatibility with lovers, family members, and friends. Now in the most authentic and up-to-date guide available, renowned Chinese astrologist Sabrina Liao - creator of one of the most popular Chinese astrology Web sites - unveils the unseen forces shaping your personality ... which mate will attract you and fulfill you ... and even what the future portends. With this easy-to-use guide, you will find the animal sign that matches your birth year. Unlike most other guides, Chinese Astrology is written by a Chinese expert using the true principles that have endured for thousands of years. With her deep knowledge of this ancient art of divination and prediction, Sabrina Liao gives you an accurate, eye-opening reading of your personal sign. In addition, she tells you: >The history ^ legends of Chinese astrology >How the five elements - metal, wood, water, fire, earth - further determine your fate >& more! (For this item please quote stock ID 14951) ISBN: 9780446609814

An outstanding academic book of science and a monograph on health preservation of great value to research in Yi-science and TCM theory. The Book of Changes & TCM combines the theories in Yi Jing or The Book of Changes with those of Traditional Chinese Medicine, systematically analyses the close relationship between them, and highlights the significance of the philosophy of changes to TCM theory. It contains expositions on Yi-science, traditional Chinese medicine and taiji science, and covers a wide range of social and natural sciences which are all expounded in the context of the philosophy of changes.

The ideas set forth by the author are unique and original, and some of them are theoretical breakthroughs, especially those relating to important issues concerning TCM, for which the author was awarded the ?World Golden Prize of Taiji & Science? in 1993. (For this item please quote stock ID 13777) ISBN: 9787530420256

The I Ching or Book of Change, is considered the oldest of the Chinese classics, and has throughout history commanded unsurpassed prestige and popularity. Containing several layers of text and given numerous levels of interpretation, it has captured continuous attention for well over 2000 years. It has been considered a book of fundamental principles by philosophers, politicians, mystics, alchemists, yogins, diviners, sorcerers, and more recently by scientists and mathematicians. The first part of the present volume is the text of the I Ching proper - the 64 hexagrams plus sayings on the hexagrams and their lines - with the commentary composed by Liu I-ming, a Taoist adept, in 1796. The second part is Liu I-ming's commentary on two sections added to the I Ching by earlier commentators, believed to be members of the original Confucian school; these two sections are known as the Overall Images and the Mixed Hexagrams. In total, the book illuminates the Taoist inner teachings as practiced in the School of Complete Reality. Well versed in Buddhism and Confucianism as well as Taoism, Liu I-ming intended his work to be read as a guide to comprehensive self-realisation while living an ordinary life in the world. In his attempt to lift the veil of mystery from the esoteric language of the I Ching, he employs the terminology of psychology, sociology, history, myth, and religion. This commentary on the I Ching stands as a major contribution to the elucidation of Chinese spiritual genius. (For this item please quote stock ID 5883) ISBN: 9781590302606

There are already a number of well-written works on Chinese divination, but none so far deals with the three sophisticated devices that were employed in the Chinese Astronomical Bureau in the 11th century and for hundreds of years thereafter. Chinese experts applied the methods associated with these devices to weather forecasting and interpretation of human affairs alike. Hidden by a veil of secrecy, these methods have always been relatively little known other than by their names. This is the first book in any language that attempts to make an academic study of these three methods, known as the sanshi (three cosmic boards). Contents: >1. Introduction >2. Fundamental Principles >3. The Taiyi System in the Three Cosmic Boards: Method of the Taiyi Deity >4. Qimen Dunjia: Strange Gates, Escaping Techniques >5. Liuren: The Art of the Six Yang Waters Ho Peng Yoke has published widely on Chinese alchemy, astronomy, divination and mathematics. He has occupied senior academic positions in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Australia and Hong Kong before becoming the Director of the Needham Research Institute in 1990. He is an academician of the Australian Academy of Humanities, Academia Sinica and the International Euro-Asia Academy of Science. (For this item please quote stock ID 21682) ISBN: 9780415297592

A definitive reference book for any Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology (Four Pillars of Destiny and Purple Star) study. Contains reference tables for important Feng Shui formulas - Flying Stars, Eight Mansions and San He water methods. Includes Daily Flying Stars. Includes instructions on how to plot your BaZi (Four Pillars of Destiny Charts)

>First ever Bilingual Xia Calendar - English and Chinese reference

>Chinese Solar (Gan Zi/ Xia Calendar), Lunar and Western Calendar

>Includes Yearly, Monthly and even Daily Flying Stars

>Flying Star Charts for all 9 Periods

>Quick reference tables for Advance Water Feng Shui formulas.

The Ten Thousand Year Calendar or Wan Nian Li is a regular reference book and an invaluable tool used by masters, practitioners and students of Feng Shui, BaZi (Four Pillars of Destiny), Chinese Zi Wei Dou Shu Astrology (Purple Star), Yi-Jing (I Ching) and Date Selection specialists.

Joey Yap's Ten Thousand Year Calendar provides the Gregorian (Western) dates converted into both the Chinese Solar and Lunar calendar in both the English and Chinese language.

It also includes a comprehensive set of key Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology charts and references, including Xuan Kong Nine Palace Flying Star charts, monthly and even daily flying stars, Water Dragon formulas reference charts, Zi Wei Dou Shu (Purple Star) Astrology reference charts, BaZi (Four Pillars of Destiny) tables and charts and all other related reference tables for Chinese Metaphysical studies.

>Essential for Students and Practitioners of Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology

>A complete reference for plotting your BaZi (Four Pillars of Destiny) and Zi Wei Dou Shu (Purple Star)Astrology charts.

>Quick Reference Sections for:

>Feng Shui (San Yuan, San He, Xuan Kong Flying Stars, Ba Zhai (Eight Mansions)

>BaZi (Four Pillars of Destiny)

>Zi Wei Dou Shu (Purple Star Astrology)

>Yi Jing (I-Ching)

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The ancient art of Chinese astrology, which predates the Western zodiac, is a detailed system of divination that has been in use in the Orient for thousands of years. The depth of its wisdom and the accuracy of its character analysis and prediction has caught the imagination of the Western world in recent years and led to a rapid rise in its popularity. This popular and enlightening bestselling guide - now in its 21st year - includes: Everything you need to know about the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac An explanation of the Five Elements: metal, water, wood, fire and earth, and which one governs your sign Individual predictions to help you find love, luck and success What the Year of the Tiger has in store for you, your family, your loved ones and friends. (For this item please quote stock ID 32330) ISBN: 9780007281466

This guide brings Chinese astrology back to its ancient roots, providing all the information you need for understanding one of the world's oldest systems of divination. Taoist Astrology differs from other books on the subject by grounding its concepts in the ancient traditions from which it originated. This book includes information for each sign's personality, compatibility, child-parent relations and rising and falling fortunes during the 12 year cycle. Discussions of yin and yang, Confucianism and Buddhism, Taoist alchemy and the connection between Taoist astrology and Western astrology, give you all the background you need for understanding one of the oldest systems of divination known to humanity. (For this item please quote stock ID 9471) ISBN: 9780892816064

The I Ching system was created by the ancients from their careful observations of nature. We 'moderns' can use the sixty-four hexagrams found in the I Ching as a predictive tool to enhance our lives and reconcile our spiritual and physical selves. When one consults the I Ching, the hexagram gives the general background of the situation, while the lines indicate the correct way in which to handle the specific circumstance. Master Ni recommends using Cassia Tora or 'wise decision' casting seeds as a simple way to make divinations. The seeds are carefully dropped on a piece of paper and the hexagram they create gives us a response to our very important questions. As Master Ni says, 'There is no reason to distrust or fear the I Ching. It is always a faithful, trustworthy friend.' (For this item please quote stock ID 11346) ISBN: 9780937064818

Chinese Astrology contains a lucid account of the major systems of Chinese mysticism. Paul Carus' unique work pictures Chinese astrology and Western astrology side by side. Tables of symbols handily compare Chinese, Indian, Roman and Egyptian astrological symbols. Astrology's aficionados and sceptics will be fascinated by the puzzling similarities of symbols, and will be drawn to wonder if there was more exchange between the East and West at the dawn of civilisation than has been documented to date. This is a scholarly work that can take a proud place in the history of archaeology and Oriental studies. Most books on Oriental thought concentrate on either Confucius or Lao Tze. Paul Carus traces an historical continuum of ideas: the Yih System, P'an-Ku, Feng-Shu Lo-Pan are all part of the history of Chinese thought. (For this item please quote stock ID 4876) ISBN: 9780875481555