Evolution of the Yi Jing During Han Dynasty

During the Western Han Dynasty in 136 BCE, the Yi Jing, or Book of Changes, was officially recognized with its 64 hexagrams and the ten wings or commentaries, becoming the official text. This marked a significant transition from its earlier form known as the Zhou Yi. The inclusion of Confucian commentaries infused moral philosophy and cosmology into the text, emphasizing the unity of heaven, earth, and humanity. The Yi Jing became a central component of the five classics, reflecting its importance in ancient Chinese culture.