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AI and Yijing

The connection between artificial intelligence (AI) and Yijing (I Ching) lies in their shared interest in pattern recognition, decision-making, and understanding complex systems.

1. Pattern Recognition: AI systems often rely on pattern recognition to make sense of large datasets and make predictions or decisions. Similarly, Yijing is a Chinese text that has been used for centuries as a divination tool based on the interpretation of patterns formed by hexagrams (six-line diagrams).

2. Decision-Making: AI algorithms are designed to make decisions based on input data and predefined rules. Yijing provides a framework for decision-making through the interpretation of hexagrams and their changing lines, offering insights into various situations and potential outcomes.

3. Understanding Complex Systems: Both AI and Yijing seek to understand complex systems and phenomena. AI algorithms aim to model and understand complex systems such as human behavior, weather patterns, financial markets, etc. Similarly, Yijing is often consulted to gain insights into the complexities of life, relationships, and the natural world.

4. Philosophical Underpinnings: Both AI and Yijing are influenced by philosophical concepts. AI research draws upon various philosophical frameworks to understand intelligence, consciousness, and ethics. Yijing is rooted in Taoist and Confucian philosophy, offering insights into the balance of opposites (yin and yang) and the principles of change and transformation.

5. Symbolism and Interpretation: AI systems, particularly those based on machine learning, often operate through symbolic representation and interpretation of data. Similarly, Yijing relies on symbolic representations (hexagrams, changing lines, trigrams) and interpretation to derive meaning and guidance.

While AI and Yijing are 7,000 years apart, they both share common themes related to understanding patterns, making decisions, and navigating complexity.

One thing is for sure: Yijing's Yin and Yang form the basis of all computing language (including Wifi, Bluetooth) of 1 and 0.

Note: Yijing Leadership and Management is next Wed 13 March 9 am to 5 pm, details at http://asiatrainers.org/yjlm 

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