The Equation of Language - Baijia

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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: On July 9, 2001, at noon, when ordinary university students packed up their backpacks and left the classroom, a special and open "university" quietly began its classes. What made it special was its educational philosophy: "lectures by renowned experts from home and abroad, covering science, humanities, and social sciences." Its educational concept was: "gathering intellectual elites, sharing educational resources, spreading modern culture, and promoting the spirit of science and humanities." Its pursuit was: "combining theoretical depth with practicality, emphasizing both authority and avant-garde perspectives, pursuing academic innovation, encouraging individual thought, advocating accessibility to all, and valuing interactive communication." Its goal was: "constructing common knowledge of the era and enjoying a life of wisdom."
What made it open was its policy of no entrance exams or tests, no age or identity restrictions; "a passion for knowledge" was the only requirement for admission. Which "university" is this? "Baijiajiangtan" (The 100 Family Forum). Where is "Baijiajiangtan"? On Channel 10 of China Central Television (CCTV). Highly advanced television technology has provided humanity with a shortcut, allowing us to have such a close connection with knowledge! The names of Yang Zhenning, Lee Tsung-Dao, Ding Zhongzhang, Zhou Ruchang, Ye Jiaying, Bai Chunli, Li Yining, Feng Jicai, and Long Yingtai echoed on the stage built by light and shadow, transmitting the spirit of humanity. This spirit is the driving force behind the continuation of civilization and the foundation of human survival. Making knowledge tangible, making thoughts accessible, and allowing scholars from around the world to share the same experience in the sacred hall of light and shadow—possessing knowledge is indeed a blessing.
After more than a thousand sunrises and sunsets, the greatest achievement of "Baijiajiangtan" was over 700 heavy-duty tapes. Seven hundred 45-minute segments should be considered a considerable duration for a television program, especially when they record the essence of human thought. How can we promote and carry forward these essence of human thought? We thought of publishing, which is both collectible and convenient for study. With the strong support of China Renmin University Press, we selected the content of 500 lectures to produce CDs and published them in series; at the same time, we published nearly 30 related books to meet the diverse intellectual needs of those who love knowledge. China Renmin University Press called this "big move" a "great achievement" in 2004, and we should sincerely express our gratitude for their hard work.
Friends, let's shake hands in the inheritance of knowledge!