: Describes the traditional tools used in Chinese-style magick .
: Herne explores internal alchemical concepts, such as the union of Ch'ien (Heaven) and K'un (Earth) , representing the transformation of energy within the body.
Herne argues that the I Ching is a "cosmic map" comparable to the Qabalistic Tree of Life. While most practitioners use it for fortune-telling, Herne explores its deeper roots in the magickal practices of the Chinese Wu (shamans) and esoteric Taoist traditions. Magick, Shamanism & Taoism : the I ching in rit...
In , author Richard Herne reframes the I Ching (Book of Changes) from a simple divination tool into a potent instrument for esoteric ritual and spiritual transformation. The Core Thesis
: The work draws connections between Taoist practices and other worldviews, including Ninjutsu, Shinto, Thelema, and Tantra . Structure of the Work : Describes the traditional tools used in Chinese-style
: The book provides archaic Chinese characters for the hexagrams, allowing practitioners to create authentic Fu talismans to bind intent to the physical world.
: Explains the symbolism and history of the I Ching and its shamanic origins. While most practitioners use it for fortune-telling, Herne
The book is divided into sections that guide the reader from theoretical understanding to practical application: