Essence of the Huangdi Neijing (Translation) 1 It is known that all diseases arise from the changes in Qi. Anger causes Qi to rise, joy causes Qi to relax, sadness causes Qi to dissipate, fear causes Qi to descend, shock causes Qi to become chaotic, and excessive thinking causes Qi to stagnate. Explanation:I have come … Read more
Those who have studied Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) know that the “Huangdi Neijing” (黄帝内经, The Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) is one of the four great classics of TCM. The “Neijing” is not authored by a single person; rather, it is a compilation of contributions from various outstanding TCM practitioners over different periods. The “Huangdi Neijing” … Read more
The Huangdi Neijing states: “In ancient times, people lived to be a hundred years old in both spring and autumn, and completed their natural lifespan.” It is said that in ancient times, the people of Ge Tian could all live to be a hundred years old. These elders had white hair yet youthful faces, fully … Read more
The Huangdi Neijing, divided into the “Lingshu” and “Suwen” sections, is a work attributed to the ancient physician Huangdi (Yellow Emperor) and is a collaborative creation of medical theorists. It is generally believed to have been completed during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods. In the dialogues between Huangdi, Qibo, and Leigong, it … Read more
Life medicine is the highest knowledge in anthropology, and it is also a saying that sages value medicine and pharmacology. The Huangdi Neijing discusses familiar concepts such as the four cardinal directions and the four seasons, making the learning process a beautiful journey of capturing the light and shadows of nature; it allows us to … Read more
Summary of Key Insights from the Huangdi Neijing (Translation) 1All diseases arise from the changes in Qi. Anger causes Qi to rise, joy causes Qi to relax, sadness causes Qi to dissipate, fear causes Qi to descend, shock causes Qi to become chaotic, and excessive thinking causes Qi to stagnate. Translation:I have come to understand … Read more
The Huangdi Neijing Path to Health PreservationIntroduction “Health preservation” in ancient times was also known as “nurturing life,” which refers to the maintenance of the body to prevent diseases and prolong life. Over two thousand years ago, the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) recorded many theories and methods of health preservation in Traditional Chinese … Read more
The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) is a classic work of ancient Chinese medicine, containing much wisdom regarding health preservation, disease prevention, and treatment. 1. Tian Tan Xu Wu (Calm and Empty, True Qi Follows), Jing Shen Nei Shou (Guarding the Spirit Within), where does illness come from? ——Huangdi Neijing, Suwen, Shanggu Tianzhen Lun … Read more
Reading the Huangdi Neijing for Physical and Mental Health Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) embodies the profound ancient philosophical wisdom, health preservation concepts, and practical experiences of the Chinese nation, serving as a key to unlock the treasure trove of Chinese civilization. The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) is the foundational work of TCM and … Read more
1. When the will is calm and desires are few, the heart is at peace and does not fear; the body may be weary but not fatigued, and the vital energy flows smoothly. Each person follows their desires and all can achieve their wishes.——Huangdi Neijing: On Ancient NaturalnessExplanation: A calm mind with few desires leads … Read more