Yi Yi Tong Lun

Author: Zhao Shanghua
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has continuously developed in the process of combating major diseases that affect human survival, guided by philosophical thoughts such as the I Ching. The establishment of the theory in the Neijing, the compilation of the Shanghan Lun, the in-depth development of miscellaneous diseases by the four great masters of the Jin and Yuan dynasties, and the formation of the theory of warm diseases are all major landmark achievements in the development of TCM. TCM is based on advanced philosophical thought as its foundation for thinking, with the goal of improving clinical efficacy. In clinical practice, it continuously overcomes diseases that threaten human survival and health. Each scientific method of dialectical differentiation and treatment it summarizes enables the victory over a new category of diseases, which involves the understanding and revelation of the essence of these diseases. The specific development process was guided by the philosophical theory of the I Ching, applying the concept of "unity of heaven and man," the theory of yin and yang, the five elements, zang-xiang theory, and dialectical thinking to establish methods of dialectical differentiation and treatment for health preservation, medical treatment, and rehabilitation. The establishment of the theory in the Neijing, the compilation of the Shanghan Lun, the in-depth development of the theory of miscellaneous diseases by the four great masters of the Jin and Yuan dynasties, and the formation of the theory of warm diseases—these are the major landmark achievements in the development of TCM.
The most mysterious culture in China the I Ching and TCM. One represents China's cosmic philosophy system, while the other represents China's human body science system. Both are guided by the core philosophy of Chinese culture—unity of heaven and man—and showcase the wisdom of Chinese civilization. This wisdom has inspired the innovation of generations of TCM practitioners. The I Ching is the driving force behind the development of TCM, and the theory of medicine and the I Ching has contributed to the growth and prosperity of TCM.