Tai Chi Illustrations

Name: Tai Chi Illustrations
Author: Zhou Dunyi

太极图说

by Zhou Dunyi (周敦颐)

Status: Completed
Length: 7k Words
Audience: Male
Updated: 5y ago
Source: Fanqie

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3Chapters

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Synopsis

"Tai Chi Pictures" is an explanatory note written by Zhou Dunyi in the Song Dynasty of China for his "Tai Chi Pictures". The full text is 249 words. The article believes that "Tai Chi" is the origin of the universe, and that humans and all things are composed of the interaction of Yin and Yang and the five elements of water, fire, wood, metal, and earth. The five elements are unified in Yin and Yang, and Yin and Yang are unified in Tai Chi. The article highlights the value and role of people. The article advocates: "Only people are the most spiritual because of their beauty." Among the crowd, the value and role of saints are particularly highlighted. It is believed that "sages are determined by justice, benevolence and righteousness, and focus on tranquility, which establishes people at their best."

Reader comments

Tai Chi, one yang and one yin, is exactly the truth
4 likes4y ago
Reminds me of "The Book of Changes", both of which explore the mysteries of the universe and life. The book also mentions the value of people and that each of us can become better through hard work. Just like what is said in the book, "The sage determines justice, justice, and tranquility." We must learn from the sage and maintain kindness and justice. This book gave me a deeper understanding of traditional Chinese culture. It turns out that the wisdom of the ancients is so powerful!
2 likes2y ago
Very classic and instructive
2y ago