IChingDiviner is a modern I-Ching divination application that brings the ancient Chinese oracle to your fingertips. Based on the authoritative Wilhelm/Baynes translation, it combines traditional coin-toss divination with optional AI-powered interpretations.
Divination Methods:
- Traditional 3-coin toss method with proper changing line mechanics
- Manual line-by-line building or one-click auto toss for complete hexagrams
- Visual distinction between stable and changing lines with color coding
- Mouse entropy collection for enhanced randomness
Visualization:
- Traditional stacked line display for hexagrams
- Artistic seven-circle mandalas generated uniquely for each hexagram
- Tarot-style card mode for personal deck images
- Hover zoom for detailed viewing
- Custom deck import system for personal use
AI Integration:
- Optional AI interpretations with OpenAI-compatible APIs
- Support for Groq (free tier), Mistral, OpenAI, Ollama (local), Together AI, DeepSeek
- Context-aware prompts with source hexagram, changes, and user questions
- Markdown-formatted responses with headers and lists
- Secure local storage of API keys
Data Management:
- Save and load complete divinations with lines, questions, and AI text
- JSON format for easy backup and portability
- Settings persistence across sessions
- Factory reset option for settings
User Interface:
- Dark theme designed for extended contemplation
- Dockable panels for meanings and AI interpretations
- Golden coin display with heads (●) and tails (○)
- Keyboard shortcuts for all major functions
- Adjustable splitter between controls and display
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Observed history
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The initial import establishes a baseline. Future version changes will appear here.
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Release notes supplied by the developer. These dates are not Flathub package publication times.
1.0.414 Jun 2026
Hexagram browser added:
- Added Hexagram Browser - Browse all 64 hexagrams in an 8x8 grid with symbol and number display, click any hexagram to instantly view its Wilhelm/Baynes interpretation, features hover magnification for easy reading
1.0.327 May 2026
Major feature release with journal system, social sharing, and enhanced hexagram display:
- Added Journal System - Automatically records every saved reading with date browsing, personal notes, and one-click reloading of past divinations
- Added Social Sharing - Capture and share your readings as images to social media, email, or save locally
- Enhanced Hexagram Meanings - Wilhelm translation now displays in beautifully formatted HTML with colored sections, improved typography, and full text zoom support (Ctrl+mouse wheel)
- Added Import Physical Toss mode - Manually flip coins to record real physical I Ching tosses
- Improved deck selector with centered text and better visual feedback
- Various UI polish and bug fixes
1.0.231 Mar 2026
Enhanced Chinese character support and improved coin visuals:
- Added Noto Serif TC font for proper Chinese character display
- Replaced generic coins with beautiful SVG coins featuring traditional Chinese calligraphy
- Added coin toss sound effects with toggle option (Settings → Play Sounds)
- Various code polish and bug fixes
1.0.118 Mar 2026
Correct developer name in AppStream metadata.
