I Ching Divination & Hexagram Casting
Cast and read I Ching hexagrams with the authentic three-coin method, a 5000-year-old art. Lục Hào precision to reflect on today's decisions.
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Not superstition. A mirror of the moment.
The I Ching is humanity's oldest yin-yang philosophical system. We've digitized it faithfully with the authentic three-coin algorithm, full line placement, and changing-line analysis, so every cast is a genuine act of self-reflection.
Browse All 64 I Ching Hexagrams
All 64 hexagrams in King Wen order: name, symbol, Judgment, line texts, and five-element data. Tap any hexagram for a full reading.
Articles
Day and Month Branch in Liu Yao: How They Set Line Strength
The line "Day Jia Zi · Month Yin · Hour Xu" on every cast hexagram is the day branch and month branch. This article explains how these two time markers set each line strength, relationships, and void days.
Casting I Ching Abroad: Which Time Zone for Date and Hour?
Living in the US, Europe or Australia and casting an I Ching hexagram, the day and hour stem-branch should follow the time zone where you are standing, not your home country. Here is why, and how this site computes it.
Calm the Mind Before Casting I Ching: Men 7, Women 9
Before the first coin toss, a few minutes of calm focus decide whether the hexagram reflects your actual state of mind. This guide covers how to settle down and what the men-7 women-9 shake count means.
Which Side of a Coin Is Yang in I Ching Casting
Pick up three coins without knowing which side is yang and the whole hexagram can be wrong from the first line. This guide states the convention used here, why it was chosen, and how to handle foreign or mismatched coins.
How to Record a Real Coin I Ching Cast in the App
Already tossed three real coins at home? Enter each line into KinhDich.AkiNet.me to get the same primary hexagram, derived hexagram and AI reading, without re-casting in the app.
I Ching vs Zi Wei Dou Shu: What's the Difference?
I Ching and Zi Wei Dou Shu (Purple Star Astrology) are both ancient tools, but they work in fundamentally different ways and suit different kinds of questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is online I Ching divination accurate?
I Ching does not predict fate but reflects the energetic state at the moment you ask. The three-coin method generates authentic probability, identical to tossing real coins. Accuracy depends on your focus and sincerity.
Can I ask I Ching about love and relationships?
Absolutely. Relationships are among the most common topics consulted in I Ching. You can ask about a current relationship, a romantic interest, marriage prospects, or emotional difficulties. The hexagram reveals energy tendencies and what to pay attention to.
How do I cast a hexagram with the three-coin method?
Focus your mind on your question, then click 'Cast Line' six times. Each cast creates one line, stacked from bottom to top to form the six-line hexagram. The system automatically applies the traditional three-coin probabilities.
Can I ask about career, money, or health?
I Ching can advise on almost any domain: love, marriage, career, business, finances, health, travel, and major decisions. The more specific and sincere your question, the more meaningful the reading.
What are changing lines? What are the derived and nuclear hexagrams?
Changing lines are those with values of 6 (old yin) or 9 (old yang), indicating transforming energy. When changing lines appear, a derived hexagram (future tendency) and a nuclear hexagram (hidden inner factors) also emerge. Reading all three together gives the fullest picture.
How many times can I cast per day?
There is no technical limit, but tradition advises asking one clear question per session. Multiple casts about the same issue often produce confusing results. Cast when your mind is calm and your question is clear.
How is I Ching different from ordinary fortune telling?
I Ching is a profound philosophical system, not superstition. Rather than absolute pronouncements, it analyzes yin-yang tendencies, reveals timing and risk, and lets you make your own decisions. It has been used by leaders and philosophers for thousands of years as a strategic thinking tool.
How should I prepare before casting a hexagram?
Find a quiet place, breathe steadily, and focus on a single question. The question should concern something you genuinely care about, not a random test. A calm and sincere mindset produces a more accurate reflection.