After reading the introduction of the first chapter and combining it with our video learning over the past two weeks, I have gained a further understanding of the course on Chinese cultural classics. In Chapter One, we can learn about the cultural significance of dragons in Chinese history and the political importance of "the middle". In addition, in this chapter, the author also discusses the Book of Changes and the Doctrine of the Mean. The Book of Changes is composed of 64 hexagrams, each of which involves interpretations of yin and yang, eight trigrams, and philosophy of life. That is a highly enlightening philosophical system. As for the doctrine of the mean, it is an important concept in Confucianism that emphasizes maintaining balance and the state of the mean in all things, and being impartial. In terms of national development, the doctrine of the mean requires us to avoid extremism and pursue harmony and balance both internally and externally. Of course, on a personal level, we also need to find a balance point in various aspects of life in order to flexibly respond to external changes and achieve true success. So, for us, how can we find the balance point in life? That requires us to constantly explore and experiment in our daily lives.
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1. Notes on Chapter 1 Introduction and Selections from I Ching
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I am strucked by the profound wisdom and intricate symbolism embedded in the selected passages from The Book of Changes. The descriptions of Qian, The Creative, and Kun, The Receptive, provide me with the dynamics of creation, persistence and receptivity.
For one thing, Qian, symbolizing the Creative, emphasizes the importance of persistence and the power to further sb's endeavors through diligence and patience. The imagery of dragons and the guidance on how to cultivate sb's virtue resonates with the idea of continuous self-improvement. And it tells us that the consequences of arrogance and the value of humility in the pursuit of success.
For another, Kun, also representing the Receptive, focuses on the virtues of receptivity and adaptability. The imagery of frost, straightness, and the color yellow symbolizes a grounded and receptive attitude. And this attitude leads to lasting success and good fortune. And also I can see that receptiveness is necessary for people in the outer world.
Overall, this experpt provides valuable things on ethics, leadership, personal development and so on. And the most important thing is that I acquired lots of knowledge about Chinese culture I had never known before. These things encourage me to reflect on my approach to life's challenges, decisions, and relationships with other people. The imagery of dragons, colors, and natural elements adds richness and depth to the philosophical teachings of The Book of Changes, making it a timeless source of guidance.
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The Book of Changes is great wisdom of Chinese nation, which emphasizes human society and nature are an integrated whole. Theory that man is a integral part of nature is the core idea of The Book of Changes because all of the hexagram are wholly or partly connected to the nature items. From 1.1 to 1.6, we learned trigram “Ying” and “Yang”, hexagram “Qian” and “Kun”. In The Book of Changes, the world is made of two opposing elements. It called this two elements “Ying” and “Yang”. Hexagram in The Book of Changes are made of six trigrams. Each trigram in each hexagram has different meaning. They also represent the alternation of rise and fall. For instance, the Nine at the top lines in Qian hexagram shows that things rise to the top, and then, they are going to decline. In the same way, the Six at the top line in Kun hexagram shows the worst of its decline is over and it is going to revival. All these meanings teach us how to deal with the smooth time and hard. We should maintain a unpretentious, relatively stable mindset. As the wisdom of Chinese nation, we do need to learn its spiritual core.
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Reading Chapter 1 introduction and Selections from I Ching not only allows one to appreciate the wisdom of ancient sages, but also to draw many life philosophies and ways of dealing with the world from them.Firstly, I deeply understand that everything in the world is constantly changing, there is no absolute good or bad, only relative balance. This mindset enables me to approach life's ups and downs and challenges with a more peaceful perspective, avoiding excessive anxiety caused by temporary gains and losses.Secondly,In terms of interpersonal relationships, work life, personal cultivation, etc., the doctrine of the mean can help us find the best balance point, avoid neglecting other aspects due to excessive pursuit of one aspect, and thus achieve overall harmony and stability.Thirdly, I am more aware of the importance of protecting the environment and respecting nature, and realize that humans should coexist harmoniously with nature, rather than blindly conquering and plundering.
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I never read the Book of Changes carefully before, I always felt that these are some profound boring and useless things, and then I walked into the Book of Changes under the leadership of the teacher in this class, and I found that the Book of Changes is actually worth a look.
In the Book of Changes, the universe is the two hexagrams in the eight trigrams, representing heaven and earth, derived into Yin and Yang, men and women, the country and other life worldviews. The universe is the two doors that open the Book of Changes, with Qian symbolizing heaven and Kun symbolizing earth. It has a special status. At the same time, it symbolizes the most primitive world view of the Chinese people. Many lines here symbolize the Chinese view of the world, for example, the nine three refers to the gentleman diligent all day, until the night is deeper still as if in danger to keep alert, so that disaster will be avoided. It can be seen that the gentleman, as a cultural symbol symbolizing moral conduct in Chinese humanistic psychology, has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people in the late Yin Dynasty and the early Zhou Dynasty. Later, "gentleman" became the highest level of Confucian culture to promote and pursue ideal personality, which had a profound and extensive influence on Chinese people's thoughts, moral character, words and deeds, and also became the standard of "self-cultivation, family harmony, state governance, and world peace". As a gentleman, you should be as vigilant as "ninety-three", diligent and careful. At the same time, this has also become the source of the strong spirit and unyielding consciousness of the Chinese people in the future, encouraging generations of people with aspirations.
There are many similar words in the Book of Changes, but a few simple sentences contain the great wisdom of the Chinese people, and thousands of years of spiritual motivation.
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After reading the introduction and selected articles of the Book of Changes, I have deepened my understanding of the traditional culture of China. It is mentioned in the introduction that the ever-changing but timeless elements in culture define our cultural identity and make it inherit the cultural history. China scholars believe that the two concepts of time and space basically construct our world. The hexagrams in the I Ching are signs to guide people to make choices and actions, which is used for divination and reminds people to stay in the center, that is, the Doctrine of the Mean. Emperor Wanli made Italian missionary Matteo Ricci put China at the center of the first European-style world map, which proved it.
In the selected chapter, the I Ching reveals the essential connection behind the complicated phenomena in the universe through the arrangement and combination of sixty-four hexagrams. Every divinatory symbol contains rich philosophy and wisdom. Qian and Kun represent the basis of China's philosophical mentality, one that conceptualizes varied moments and central positions in life between heaven and earth. Yin and yang are the core ideas of the I Ching, representing the two opposites of everything in the universe, such as brightness and darkness, rigidity and softness, motion and stillness. Yin and yang are interdependent and mutually transformed, which constitutes the fundamental law of the generation and change of everything in the universe.
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Reading Introduction and Selected Passages from The Book of Changes, I acquire many knowledges and feelings.
Firstly, translation knowledges about the sixty-four hexagrams. I know “初九”, “用九”, “终日乾乾” can translate “Nine at the beginning”, “Nine at the top”, and “All day long the superior man is creatively active” and so on. I always listen to my teachers talk about Chinese phrase such as “终日乾乾”, “天行健，君子以自强不息”. But I didn’t know how express them in English. Today I get it.
Secondly, knowledges about the sixty-four hexagrams. Before reading The Book of Changes, I didn’t know what is the use of The Book of Changes. Now, I understand this book was used for divination, reminding people that their placement in a certain social status and life was permanently changing, and to remain steadfast was to keep being adapted with the changing time and position.
And I have a lot of feelings and ideas to write down. I exclaim over Chinese culture which the oldest and greatest in the world. Every text hide too many contents and include the wise of old Chinese. Reading and appreciate such texts, we will enhance the confidence and self-identification.
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I have never read classical books related to the Book of Changes before. When reading the selected passages from "The Book of Changes", the article mainly introduces the two most fundamental concepts of Qian and Kun. In the world of "The Book of Changes", yellow holds a unique charm, and people believe it to be the most reliable and authentic. Although there were some difficulties in reading, after careful analysis, I believe that the principles in "The Book of Changes" are extremely meaningful.
After reading the introduction of the first chapter and the selections from the Book of Changes, I learned that the hexagrams in the Book of Changes were symbolic texts that instructed ancient people to make certain choices and actions in the world. The first two hexagrams of the I Ching represent the most basic concept of Chinese philosophical thinking, conceptualizing the different moments and locations of heaven and earth in life.The Book of Changes is often used for divination, reminding people that everything in life is constantly changing, and only by staying grounded can they adapt to these changes. The first two hexagrams of the Book of Changes are Qian and Kun.
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I have never read classical books related to the Book of Changes before. When reading the selected passages from "The Book of Changes", the article mainly introduces the two most fundamental concepts of Qian and Kun. In the world of "The Book of Changes", yellow holds a unique charm, and people believe it to be the most reliable and authentic. Although there were some difficulties in reading, after careful analysis, I believe that the principles in "The Book of Changes" are extremely meaningful.
After reading the introduction of the first chapter and the selections from the Book of Changes, I learned that the hexagrams in the Book of Changes were symbolic texts that instructed ancient people to make certain choices and actions in the world. The first two hexagrams of the I Ching represent the most basic concept of Chinese philosophical thinking, conceptualizing the different moments and locations of heaven and earth in life.The Book of Changes is often used for divination, reminding people that everything in life is constantly changing, and only by staying grounded can they adapt to these changes. The first two hexagrams of the Book of Changes are Qian and Kun.
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After reading the foreword of Chapter I and the selected articles of the Book of Changes, I learned about the concept of time and space in early Chinese culture, and also knew the origin of the characteristics of Chinese thinking. The text in Chinese culture that has been canonized has become one of our cultural heritage, and has become the characteristics of Chinese thinking to understand the universe and human society.
And the reason why ancient people believed they were descendants of dragons is because many important figures and events in ancient Chinese history were related to dragons. For example, Fuxi is described as a descendant of dragons, with a human head and a dragon body, and is revered as the ancestral dragon of China. In addition, the birth of Huangdi is also related to dragons. It is said that his mother became pregnant in response to the aura of dragons, and the Huangdi she gave birth to has the characteristics of dragons. These legends not only enriched the cultural connotation of dragons, but also strengthened the ancient people's belief that they were descendants of dragons.
As for Yin Yang, Eight Trigrams, etc., what I understand from chapter I is that,Fuxi also created the eight trigrams, which contained the secret of the changes of heaven and earth, and King Wen of Zhou combined the eight trigrams in pairs to form sixty-four hexagrams, which perfected the divination system of the Yijing.
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After reading the introduction，I deeply understand the mean of "traditional Chinese culture". When we seek for the origins of the culture identity,the earliest texts those canonized through Chinese scholars' illuminations and interpretations of the most basic concepts about time and space. The sixty-four hexagrams can be called the early of "Chinese mind", it uses the interplay between Yin and Yang to create the Chinese meaning of the name "the middle" and our self-identification as the center of the world for centuries to come.
I Ching also present the very basic of Chinese philosophical mind-set,one that conceptualizes the varied moments and positions in life between the heaveb and earth.
Qian，the creative works sublime success，furthering through perseverance:sublimity,potentiality of success,power of further,perseverance.
Kun, the receptive brings about sublime success,furthering through the perseverance of a mare.If the superior man undertakes something and tries to lead, he goes astray; but if he follows, he finds guidance.
Together, these concepts illustrate the way of thinking of ancient Chinese philosophy, which sought to understand the complex relationships between different elements and how they interact in the universe and integrate them into our lives, promoting the orthodox development of feudal dynasties and harmonious coexistence between man and nature. -
Through the online course, I gained a new appreciation for the Book of Changes. What intrigued me the most was the concept of the gua or hexagrams. Before this class, I had no idea that these hexagrams were systematically ordered and named. In the Yi Jing, a hexagram consists of six lines, each of which can either be a solid line (—), representing Yang, or a broken line (--), representing Yin. Six such lines form one hexagram, and there are a total of 64 unique combinations.
Each hexagram carries a distinct name and is associated with natural phenomena and social situations, imbued with symbolic significance. For instance, the eight fundamental trigrams include:
1. Qian (Heaven) - symbolizing strength and creativity.
2. Kun (Earth) - representing nurturing and receptivity.
3. Zhen (Thunder) - evoking movement and arousal.
4. Xun (Wind) - signifying penetration and influence.
5. Kan (Water) - denoting danger and necessity.
6. Li (Fire) - illustrating clarity and attachment.
7. Gen (Mountain) - indicating stillness and contemplation.
8. Dui (Lake) - suggesting joy and reflection.Understanding these basic trigrams provides insight into the complex interplay of Yin and Yang energies, reflecting the dynamic balance found in nature and society. The course has sparked a deeper interest in exploring the philosophical depth of the Yi Jing and how its teachings can be applied to modern life.
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The preface of the textbook introduces its purpose and characteristics, which are to combine professional applicability and universal reasoning to meet the teaching needs of modern English majors. We students can deepen our understanding of cross-cultural communication. At the same time, the textbook encourages us to think, debate, and express themselves through a combination of online courses, thereby enhancing their analytical and expressive abilities.
The Qian hexagram in the Book of Changes symbolizes the power of creation and leadership. By interpreting the lines of the Qian hexagram, we can understand the behavioral norms at different stages. I have a few sentences that I really like. 'Hidden dragon. Do not act.' means to be prepared and ready to launch when the timing is not ripe; SeeingDragon appearing in the field. It furthers one to see the great man."indicates that one can make a difference when their moral character is widely spread; “All day long the superior man is creatively active", it emphasizes continuous and unremitting efforts. The Qian hexagram inspires us to follow the laws of nature, seize opportunities, constantly improve ourselves, in order to achieve success and harmony. The image of Qian Gua tells us that just as the sky never stops moving, humans should also strive for self-improvement.
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The preface of the textbook introduces its purpose and characteristics, which are to combine professional applicability and universal reasoning to meet the teaching needs of modern English majors. We students can deepen our understanding of cross-cultural communication. At the same time, the textbook encourages us to think, debate, and express themselves through a combination of online courses, thereby enhancing their analytical and expressive abilities.
The Qian hexagram in the Book of Changes symbolizes the power of creation and leadership. By interpreting the lines of the Qian hexagram, we can understand the behavioral norms at different stages. I have a few sentences that I really like. 'Hidden dragon. Do not act.' means to be prepared and ready to launch when the timing is not ripe; SeeingDragon appearing in the field. It furthers one to see the great man."indicates that one can make a difference when their moral character is widely spread; “All day long the superior man is creatively active", it emphasizes continuous and unremitting efforts. The Qian hexagram inspires us to follow the laws of nature, seize opportunities, constantly improve ourselves, in order to achieve success and harmony. The image of Qian Gua tells us that just as the sky never stops moving, humans should also strive for self-improvement.
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After reading the introduction, I learned that after Confucianism entered the Western Han Empire and won the emperor's favor, Dong Zhongshu's interpretation of Confucianism gradually became adopted as the official norm, morality, ritual, and social behavior. From then on, Confucianism was reinterpreted, debated, and widely applied to the civil service system. This also directly led to the status of Confucianism as a cultural force in Chinese culture.Meanwhile, I also learned about the history of Buddhist sects in China. Taoism, both in doctrine and organization, was favored by emperors and became a state worship, laying the foundation for the development of Buddhism. Without the elements of Chinese culture, Chinese Buddhism would not have taken root in this land.
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The "I Ching", also known as the "Book of Changes", is an ancient Chinese divination and philosophical work that has had a profound influence on Chinese culture. It includes content such as the hexagrams, hexagram texts, and line texts, with each hexagram composed of six lines representing various fundamental conditions and changes in the universe. The core idea of the "I Ching" is "change", suggesting that all things in the universe are in a constant state of flux, and that people should adapt to these changes to achieve harmony and balance.
The hexagrams of the "I Ching" are made up of two basic symbols, yin and yang, whose interaction and change form the basis for the "I Ching's" interpretation of the laws governing all things. The hexagram "Qian" represents heaven, symbolizing creativity and the masculine principle, while the hexagram "Kun" represents earth, symbolizing receptiveness and the feminine principle. The other sixty-two hexagrams are formed by the interlocking of Qian and Kun, each with its specific symbolic meaning and philosophy of life.
The philosophical thought of the "I Ching" emphasizes the Doctrine of the Mean, seeking balance in opposing elements, which coincides with Confucian thought. It advocates finding constancy amidst change, understanding the laws of the universe through observing natural and social phenomena, and guiding human behavior.
The wisdom of the "I Ching" is not only reflected in its profound insights into natural and social phenomena but also in its guidance on personal cultivation and moral practice. It encourages people to remain flexible and adaptable in the face of change, and to meet life's challenges through continuous learning and self-improvement.
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From introduction and I Ching, I learn that the early "Chinese mind" are the sixty-four hexagrams in various combinations of six grams or lines either of yin (the feminine,negative principle,the number of six) or yang (the masculine,initiating principle,the number of nine) principle. And the hexagrams in I Ching have been texts of signs that directed the ancient people to certain choices and actions in the world.After reading watching and learning the preface of the first chapter and the selection from I Ching, I have learned a lot about Chinese traditional culture. The first chapter mainly focused on the origin of I Ching and some main theories in it, for example, we firstly learned about the two hexagrams, Qian (Heaven) and Kun (Earth), to illustrate the principle of interaction between yin and yang. Qian symbolizes heaven, masculinity, and strength, while Kun represents earth, femininity, and receptiveness. The interplay between these two forces forms the foundation of the universe's operation.
One of the core ideologies of "The Book of Changes" is the theory of yin and yang, which posits that all things in the world are composed of these two fundamental forces. Yin and yang interdepend, transform into each other, and serve as the fundamental driving force behind the ever-changing universe. Through the symbolic system of hexagrams and yao lines, "The Book of Changes" constructs a unique system of image-number thinking. These symbols are not merely abstract generalizations of natural phenomena but profound revelations of cosmic truths, guiding people to comprehend the way of heaven and earth by observing phenomena and deriving meaning from them.
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After reading selected passages from the Book of Changes, I have some preliminary understanding of the Qian. Qian is the first of 64 hexagrams in the Book of Changes, which is a symbol of good fortune. Qian also symbolizes the dragon, indicating prosperity. Sublimity, potentiality of success, power to further, perseverance teach the virtue of following the way of heaven. There is a sentence in the article that gives me great inspiration. " Heaven moves forever vigorously, likewise, a superior man strives on his own initiative constantly." and " The earth's condition is receptive devotion. Thus the superior man, who has breadth of character, carries the outer world." Actually, I have read these classic sentences when I was a kid, but only when I grow up can I understand their meaning. The superior man should work hard like the sky, never stop, should be like the earth to contain all things. Such inspiration can not only be used in our study and life to remind ourselves not to stop the pace of efforts, but also to urge us to be a tolerant person.
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During the study of the first chapter, I learned about the long history of the Book of Changes, knew that Fuxi and Nuwa are the origin of human civilization. I also get a better understanding that the dragon has an important significance in Chinese traditional culture, as well as distinguishing the concept of ying and yang. The core principle of the I Ching is that there are Yin and Yang symbols.
The Book of Changes is composed of two parts, one is the trigrams, the symbols are complex and changeable, composed of 64 trigrams, 384 lines and characters. the other part is the text affiliate, which contains the hexagrams statements and light statements . For the reason that one version of the Book of Changes was written by King Wen of Zhou, it is also called Zhouyi.
What I am most interested in is Kun ldexagram. In Kun Idexagram, six at the beginning means: When there is hoar fost underfoot solid ice is not far off. It teaches me how to hold a brief when facing difficulty, which contains wisdom of ancient people.Kun Guhexagrams show the generosity of the earth and the ability to bear all things. It teaches us that compliance is not weakness, but an inner strength which could embraces and inspire life. In modern society, the wisdom of Kun Gua enlighten us that we should maintain a humble and tolerant attitude both in personal cultivation and in social communication so as to achieve harmony and balance. The philosophical thought of Kun Gua has far-reaching guiding significance for personal growth and social progress.
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Through the changes of trigrams, ancient Chinese have found a lot of symbolic meaning。That’s amazing for today’s people to imagine how they live based on these symbols and why they holy believe in these symbols.When I read the selected passage from The Book of Changes, I found that the English version was more understandable than the Chinese version. This makes me feel a little ashamed. I also found that Qian and Kun hexagrams have many symbolic meanings, especially when it comes to encountering or dealing with a "great man." I guess the reason for this lies in the ancient Chinese political system.And perhaps these hexagrams were meant for the middle class, as only they might have had the need to seek out influential figures. The second point that strikes me is that the times were perilous, because any degree of prominence could lead either to the enmity of irresistible antagonists if one challenges them, or to misconceived recognition if one is complaisant.This sentence is a good expression of the Chinese idea of the golden mean. You must not boast of your gains, you must not be too prominent in The Times that will lead to disaster. So be silent. That's how a gentleman survives. And this has influenced Chinese people's ideas.
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Through the changes of trigrams, ancient Chinese have found a lot of symbolic meaning。That’s amazing for today’s people to imagine how they live based on these symbols and why they holy believe in these symbols.When I read the selected passage from The Book of Changes, I found that the English version was more understandable than the Chinese version. This makes me feel a little ashamed. I also found that Qian and Kun hexagrams have many symbolic meanings, especially when it comes to encountering or dealing with a "great man." I guess the reason for this lies in the ancient Chinese political system.And perhaps these hexagrams were meant for the middle class, as only they might have had the need to seek out influential figures. The second point that strikes me is that the times were perilous, because any degree of prominence could lead either to the enmity of irresistible antagonists if one challenges them, or to misconceived recognition if one is complaisant.This sentence is a good expression of the Chinese idea of the golden mean. You must not boast of your gains, you must not be too prominent in The Times that will lead to disaster. So be silent. That's how a gentleman survives. And this has influenced Chinese people's ideas.
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In my reading of The Book of Changes, the Qian and Kun hexagrams have left a lasting impression on me. The Qian hexagram, with its theme of perseverance, has taught me the value of humility and caution following success, as illustrated by the Nine at the top. This lesson in opposition and balance is a reminder to avoid excessive pride. The Kun hexagram's Six at the top, with its dramatic imagery of dragons in conflict, has deepened my understanding of the eternal struggle between Yin and Yang, emphasizing the battle between truth and deception.
The use of storytelling to decode these hexagrams has been an effective and enlightening method. It has helped me to intuitively grasp their essence and to appreciate the profound philosophical insights of the I Ching. The Qian hexagram's spirit of self-improvement and proactive progress is a vital compass for navigating life's challenges. Meanwhile, the Kun hexagram's principles of inclusiveness and adaptability are essential for harmonious living. These teachings from The Book of Changes encourage a balanced approach to life, fostering both personal growth and a serene acceptance of the natural order.
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The I Ching also highlights the importance of adaptability and flexibility. Just as the hexagrams change with the addition or subtraction of a single line, individuals should be able to adjust their actions and attitudes based on the circumstances they find themselves in. This idea is encapsulated in the concept of "changing according to circumstances," which encourages people to be flexible and responsive to the ever-changing nature of the world.
Moreover, the I Ching serves as a guide for decision-making. By consulting the text during moments of uncertainty, individuals can gain insights into potential outcomes and make more informed choices. This practice dates back thousands of years and continues to be relevant in modern times, demonstrating the enduring power and wisdom of this ancient text.
Overall, the I Ching offers a comprehensive system for understanding the world and navigating through life's complexities. Its teachings on balance, adaptability, and decision-making are universal principles that resonate across cultures and eras, making it a timeless classic that continues to inspire and guide people around the world.
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In the first chapter, I learned about the origin of Yijing and Fuxi and the relationship between them, the main content of Yijing, and the meaning of Qian Gua and Kun Gua. “Qian” is the first of 64 trigrams and the trigrams of pure Yang. It is the creative, it works sublime success, furthering through perseverance：sublimity, potentiality of success, powerful to further, perseverance“Kun”are the receptive, is the pure Yin hexagram. It emphasizes that a gentleman should be generous and tolerant.What’s more, Introduction mentions the doctrine of the Mean, which gives me something to think about. The doctrine of the mean, the essence of golden mean teaches us to weigh the pros and cons and make the most reasonable and ethical decision when faced with a choice. It is not only a guide for personal cultivation, but also wisdom for social governance, which is of great significance for promoting social stability and enhancing interpersonal harmony. In today's society, the golden mean still holds profound enlightenment value, guiding us to pursue a more harmonious and comprehensive way of life.
Also, I realize that while we learn about traditional Chinese culture, we can not only gain a deeper understanding of the inheritance of traditional culture in history, but also form more unique perspectives and insights into the characteristics of human society.
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The hexagrams in the I Ching, each of which is like a microcosm of the universe, contain the mystery of the operation of heaven and earth and the philosophy of life. Such as the "I Ching" of the 64 hexagrams, they are not just a simple combination of symbols, but also the ancient people of nature, society and life is the crystallization of deep insight. Qian Guarobust, Kun Gua supple and tolerant; Tuen Gua the beginning of the difficult, Meng Gua enlightenmentand understanding.Each hexagram has its own unique image, revealing the different stages and laws of things.
In the process of learning, I deeply felt the flexibility and versatility of the I Ching hexagrams and the profoundness of the I Ching. They are not only a tool for divination, but also the wisdom that guides us to know the world, understand life andgrasp our destiny. Through studying the trigrams, I have learned to look at problems with a changing perspective, know how to find opportunities in difficult times, and remain cautious in good times. At the same time, the trigrams also inspireme to conform to the laws of nature and follow the way of heaven and man. In the journey of life, the individual should belike the trigrams show, constantly adjust their own mentality and behavior to adapt to the changing environment and challegence. Only in this way can one maintain inner peace and steadfastness in a complex and changing world. In the future, I will continue to study in depth and realize the essence of the I Ching trigrams. -
After this course, I know the two fundamental Concepts of the I Ching.
First, at the heart of the I Ching lies the concept of Yin and Yang, representing the two opposing yet complementary forces in the universe. Yin symbolizes softness, stillness, interiority, femininity, coldness, and night, while Yang represents hardness, motion, exteriority, masculinity, heat, and day. The interplay and transformation between Yin and Yang constitute the fundamental attributes and laws of change in all things in the universe.
Second, the Eight Trigrams consist of three lines (Yao), each either Yin or Yang, representing Heaven (Qian), Earth (Kun), Thunder (Zhen), Wind (Xun), Water (Kan), Fire (Li), Mountain (Gen), and Marsh (Dui), symbolizing eight natural phenomena and their moral attributes. The Sixty-Four Hexagrams are formed by the overlaying of two Trigrams, each hexagram comprising six lines, totaling 64 combinations, representing the myriad complex and ever-changing phenomena in the universe.
For example, Qian Hexagram symbolizes Heaven, Qian representing the spirit of strength, perseverance, and continuous self-improvement. With all six lines Yang, it embodies pure Yang energy and supreme greatness. In interpreting Qian, attention is given to its path of change and understanding the philosophy of "when the dragon flies too high, it regrets its action," illustrating that all things reach a turning point when they reach their extreme.
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Through the changes of trigrams, ancient Chinese have found a lot of symbolic meaning。That’s amazing for today’s people to imagine how they live based on these symbols and why they holy believe in these symbols.When I read the selected passage from The Book of Changes, I found that the English version was more understandable than the Chinese version. This makes me feel a little ashamed. I also found that Qian and Kun hexagrams have many symbolic meanings, especially when it comes to encountering or dealing with a "great man." I guess the reason for this lies in the ancient Chinese political system.And perhaps these hexagrams were meant for the middle class, as only they might have had the need to seek out influential figures. The second point that strikes me is that the times were perilous, because any degree of prominence could lead either to the enmity of irresistible antagonists if one challenges them, or to misconceived recognition if one is complaisant.This sentence is a good expression of the Chinese idea of the golden mean. You must not boast of your gains, you must not be too prominent in The Times that will lead to disaster. So be silent. That's how a gentleman survives. And this has influenced Chinese people's ideas.
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The Party has clearly pointed out that we should expand cultural exchanges with foreign countries, strengthen our international communication capacity and the construction of the foreign discourse system, and promote Chinese culture to go global. We should implement the Party's policy. First of all, we have our own unique value system when viewing the world, society and life. Second, we should have the knowledge reserve that integrates Chinese and Western cultures and the cognitive ability to keenly identify traditional and contemporary values. Third, we should become cross-cultural English professionals with a strong sense of the subject of Chinese culture, excellent English language skills, a critical spirit and an awareness of cultural rejuvenation.
After a preliminary reading of "The Book of Changes", I have understood some truths. First, outstanding people are always proactive. We should be a proactive person. Second, we should move forward and retreat at the right time. Third, this era is dangerous because any degree of prominence will lead to the hostility of irresistible opponents. If you challenge them or if you comply with them, you will get the wrong kind of recognition. We should maintain a humble mindset. Be silent when it's time to be silent and make a big splash when it's time to perform. -
The moment I read this textbook, I was deeply moved by the wisdom contained in the Book of Changes. The extensive and profound Chinese culture is developing and prospering. From the beginning of the textbook, I learned about the creation of human beings and human civilization, the origin of the Book of Changes and Fuxi and the relationship between them, and then I learned the eight trigrams, which can generate a hexagram, starting from the Qian Hexagram and the Kun Hexagram. The other six hexagrams followed, namely Zhen, Kan, Gen, Xu, Li, and Dui. The six hexagrams represent thunder, mill, lake, mountain, wind, fir and water. Each hexagram in Zhouyi explains heaven, earth and man with the unity of opposites of Yin and Yang, inferences the past and foresees the future. Its diagrams and 爻辞 are relatively simple, but sometimes there will be contradictions under the same phenomenon. Reading the Book of Changes can enrich our knowledge, expand our horizons, understand Chinese traditional culture and its characteristics, and become new young people who share the same fate with The Times!
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Reading the Qiankun hexagrams in the Book of changes is like standing in the long river of history, feeling the mystery and philosophy of the changes between heaven and earth. Kun Gua symbolizes the authentic and embodies the virtue of meekness and implicancy. The two complement each other and describe the basic laws of nature and social ethics in the universe together.
By interpreting the six trigram of Qianqian gua, I deeply realize the spiritual connotation of unremitting self-improvement, which tells us to go forward and keep making progress in the journey of life, and never give up easily even in the face of difficulties The Kun GuA let me understand the importance of tolerance, it emphasizes internal cultivation and external harmony, teaches us to carry all things like the earth, tolerance to others, gentle and strong, is not only a fortune-telling tool, but also a guide to the wisdom of life classics in modern society, although the environment and technology have undergone great changes, but its core ideas are still applicable For example, in the workplace, we can learn from Qiangua the attitude of adhering to principles and having the courage to innovate; In teamwork, we can draw the power of cooperation and mutual support from the Kun GuA.
In general, the Qiankun Selections in the Book of Changes, with its profound philosophical thinking, provide valuable spiritual wealth for modern people, so that we can find a foothold in the unpredictable world
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