Simply the best. Whether you're new to the I Ching or have used the book as an oracle, an aid to creativity, or a mirror of your subconscious, you'll love the clarity of writing, the intuition in the design, and the simplicity of use of this digital I Ching or Yi Jing. The modern, no-nonsense interface delivers new users straight to the basics: you ask a question, the I-Ching answers. For old souls who know the book well this app holds a wealth of features for deeper research. There's a journal where you can save and search your questions and readings, a notes area where you can record any length of text as context, a lookup library organized by number and trigram. You can recreate any I Ching reading using decimal notation. Cast a line at a time, an entire hexagram with a button press, or shake the phone gently to cast virtual coins. Original Chinese text and the Legge Translation included in an alternative selectable library.
The I Ching software engine emulates precisely the ancient yarrow stalk method, which was slightly more likely to cast yang than yin. A changing yin line is very rare using stalks, but of equal probability to changing yang using coins. The ancient divination method uses stalks rather than coins.
If you prefer to count your own stalks or cast your own coins there's a manual hexagram builder to look up and record your results.
The wisdom and philosophy of the ancient Chinese texts blend seamlessly with commentaries that gently mix a dash of modern poetry, a pinch of humor, and cultural grace notes from the worlds of art, music, divination, literature and Human Design to bring you what many daily users have called the very best I-Ching app available.
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Among my favourite reviews:
"Of all the versions I've used, your renderings of the Book of Changes are my heart-felt favorites. They have inspired me, made me laugh and cry and everything in between."
“Pretty profound! This Iching app gave me spot-on advice. I've never paid for an app before, but I had a strong urge to get this one. I'm impressed! Not to sound all new-age but I totally laughed out loud at the reading it gave me, it was like it was sitting here looking over my shoulder and telling me exactly what I needed to know about my grumpy husband. P.S. Grumpy husband called and apologized..."
"Carl Jung would have been happy to have this Yi Jing on his phone - great to use, unfussy, untechy, respectful of the original. The journal feature is great for storing readings and referring back. Well done!"
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All of us sometimes need a sympathetic ear and wise guidance, whether it's in matters of romance or finance: the I-Ching can become a companion along life’s journey like no other. It's a book that helps you explore questions and, if you're lucky, find answers: Whether you believe it's because the book is an oracle or the answers are simply unearthed from your subconscious -- the book's true magic lies in its ability to be a helpful guide (sometimes astoundingly so) to all these different forms of curiosity.
Following the tradition of Baynes and countless interpreters of the original texts, I've written commentaries which borrow words and inspiration from a multitude of sources: Bob Dylan, Lao Tzu, Doctor Who, the Tarot, T.S. Eliot, Emily Dickinson, John Lennon, Maya Angelou, the Grateful Dead and Martin Luther King all make appearances. The language, unlike so many translations, makes every attempt to be gender-neutral when it's not gender-specific.
I wanted the sparest interface possible. No fake parchment backgrounds, no gimmicky images of bamboo or cartoon sages with oracles and winning lottery numbers.
I strived to create a quiet, reflective, slowed down experience in an environment that normally shouts.
I hope you enjoy using this I-Ching app as much as I enjoy crafting it, improving it, and hearing from people who have found it helpful in their lives.
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Sincerely the best I-Ching app on any platform
The method by which hexagrams are generated is eerily prescient, thanks to the extensive work Brian has done to bring the superior yarrow stalk method into the digital age. You can also cast your own hexagrams and the app will help you log your reading.
The translations for each hexagram are thoughtful and brilliant and open doors for reflection I wasn’t aware needed opening.
The app is austere and simple, and that’s to its credit. It loads quickly, has a full library of hexagrams that can be searched, a record-keeping system and a easy backup method that doesn’t rely on an expensive cloud system.
I have purchased this app on multiple platforms and will continue to recommend it to others. I’ve emailed Brian with questions and suggestions before and he’s been quick to reply.
I am eternally grateful. ☺️
Super user friendly edition of a classic.
If you are an I Ching user then this is one of the easiest and most succinct apps.
Of course it’s I Ching lite but as ever it’s still I Ching precise and I always have a well thumbed edition of the Wilhelm translation standing by if I need to go deeper on any reading.
Highly recommended.
The best I-Ching app out there!
I’ve tried my share of apps for the I-Ching, and this app hits the nail on the head in most regards. Simple and clean UI, multiple casting methods supported, and excellent translations make this my go-to app for consulting the I-Ching
Really like the app, but…
Sometimes tapping the Yin Yang button selects and highlights it and that can cause it to stop registering taps.
Also, is there a way to clear the “Ask” box for a new inquiry rather than manually deleting the text? That would be a useful feature.
Best I Ching app
Thank you, for all your brilliant skill and time devoted to creating this app. 🙏
Quality App. Developer very responsive
He was open to criticism and took all feedback seriously. Very few people like that. Please support. Not all app developers are out to make your money and squeeze you dry. There are some that are driven by a sense of mission.
I feel that this developer wants to help change your life.
We can debate whether I-Ching is pseudoscience but to those that believe in apps that are
- Quality
- Ease of use
- Ability to effect change as a user through feed back
Then you are at the correct place.
Once again this is a unbiased review that I leave here. As of 2march2021.
If ever anything changes I wouldn’t hesitate to email developer and leave a honest review as I see it. I am sure he would do his utmost and bend over his back to improve.
Yours
Siao.
Love this App !!!
I have been using this app on my tablet in conjunction with The Original I Ching Oracle by the Eranos Foundation with concordance and the App is very accurate along with the book that goes into detail with the App is awesome ,love it !!
Wonderful app
A very nicely done, accessible I Ching. I appreciate the backstory provided, too.
New to I - Ching Great Start!
I'm very new to the I Ching, but want to learn more. I really like this app which provides readings for my meditation and contemplation. I can't speak to the absolute accuracy of the symbols, but together with a few books, Tai Chi and willingness to learn I think this app will help me on my path.
Useful App.
This is a great app. for generating a hexagram, but I would have a copy of the Willhelm Baines in your iBook app. instead of relying on the developers inrepretation. No offense, bro, just found your intepretation somewhat lacking. Peace!
