I Ching
Book of Change
Hands on Introduction
by Ashod Kassabian
& Armen Kassabian
Cast the 3 Coins 6 Times
Okay, here are instructions for practicing I Ching divination with coins:
Please bring three similar coins (dimes, quarters, or pennies). Using the same set of coins in the future is recommended for energetic reasons...
Before you begin, consider taking a moment to slow down or meditate to center yourself. Then, write down the question you wish to explore in a dedicated book, dating each page you use for a reading.
When you are ready, ensure you will not be interrupted or distracted. Hold the three coins in your hands and gently shake them. Cast them onto a flat surface. Repeat this process six consecutive times, carefully recording for each cast, the pattern of heads and tails and numbers associated with them. Each casting represents one line of your hexagram, built from the bottom up 1 to 6.
Once you have completed all six casts, consult the I Ching (Book of Change) to find the hexagram that corresponds to your recorded pattern.
Note if any of your cast lines resulted in a total of 6 or a 9. These indicate changing lines. For each changing line, you will also create a second hexagram, reversing the value of that line (a solid Yang line becomes Ying, broken, and a broken Ying line becomes Yang, solid).
In this interpretation, the initial hexagram reflects from the past to the present situation, while the second hexagram, if created through changing lines, can offer insights into potential future developments or the consequences of the intention you are considering.
Remember that the I Ching is not typically seen as a tool for rigid prediction or a Yes or No. Instead, its wisdom often reveals possibilities, perspectives, or the potential outcomes associated with the actions you are contemplating.
