Yijing Hexagram Symbols Unicode Block

The Unicode block "Yijing Hexagram Symbols" is allocated for the representation of hexagrams from the ancient Chinese text, the I Ching, or "Book of Changes." This classic text, which merges elements of philosophy, divination, and cosmology, is foundational in Chinese culture. It contains sixty-four hexagrams, each consisting of a unique sequence of six lines that are either broken (representing yin) or unbroken (representing yang). These hexagrams, which symbolize various states of change and transformation, are pivotal not just in divination practices, but also for their rich philosophical interpretations related to balance, harmony, and dynamic changes in the universe.

The inclusion of Yijing Hexagram Symbols in the Unicode Standard enables digital representation and manipulation of these ancient symbols within modern software applications, promoting academic research and bringing the text to a broader audience. Each hexagram in the Unicode block is assigned a unique code point, facilitating their use in electronic texts, databases, and online platforms. This technological support ensures that the cultural and historical significance of the I Ching, as well as its philosophical teachings, continue to be accessible in today's digital age, while preserving its integrity and nuance through accurate representation in a universal encoding system.

View a range of fonts that support the Yijing Hexagram Symbols block.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Yijing Hexagram Symbols unicode block. Currently there are 64 characters in this block.