i-ching

Interpret hexagrams, trigrams, and coin-throw sequences with I Ching text excerpts.

Updated Feb 10, 2026

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Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/nonlinear/skills --skill i-ching

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: i-ching
Source: https://github.com/nonlinear/skills/tree/main/i-ching
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nonlinear/skills --skill i-ching

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides structured I Ching divination and guidance, enabling users to perform hexagram and trigram readings and receive interpretation grounded in canonical texts.

Core Features & Use Cases

Interpret hexagrams from user prompts (e.g., "Hexagram 52") and provide context and actionable guidance.
Convert trigram configurations into hexagrams for deeper insight, supporting above/below inputs and trigram pair readings.
Interpret coin-throw sequences and deliver present readings with context, backed by I Ching literature excerpts.
Retrieve and reference authoritative I Ching passages to ground interpretations and support learning.

Quick Start

Ask a question about a hexagram, or provide trigram/coin data, and receive a concise interpretation.

Frequently Asked Questions about i-ching

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I interpret an I Ching hexagram from a coin throw sequence?▼

To interpret an I Ching hexagram from coin throws, provide the coin sequence to receive the hexagram name, context, and actionable guidance grounded in canonical literature excerpts.

What is I Ching divination and how do trigram configurations work?▼

I Ching divination uses trigram configurations paired above and below to form hexagrams. Providing these inputs returns a specific hexagram name and structured interpretation for personal reflection.

Can I get an I Ching reading by just providing a hexagram number like Hexagram 52?▼

Yes, you can request a reading by providing a hexagram number such as Hexagram 52. The system returns the hexagram name, contextual background, and an interpretation based on referenced texts.

Does I Ching divination require prior knowledge of trigrams and canonical texts?▼

No prior knowledge is required. You can input raw data like coin-throw sequences or hexagram numbers, and the system retrieves the authoritative I Ching passages and provides the interpretation for you.

What is the best way to use I Ching hexagrams for personal decision support?▼

The best way to use I Ching hexagrams for decision support is to input a specific question or coin-throw data, which generates a hexagram interpretation grounded in canonical texts to guide your reflection.

Are there limitations to using automated I Ching interpretation for guidance?▼

Automated I Ching interpretation is limited to processing provided hexagram numbers, trigram pairs, or coin sequences, returning contextual excerpts rather than predictive fortune-telling or absolute directives.