The mystery of life

Author: Feng Cunli, Li Fucheng, Wei Shuqing
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: Build era common sense, enjoy a wise life, absorb the essence of knowledge, and appreciate the style of masters. On July 9, 2001, at noon, when ordinary university students packed their bags and left the classroom, a special and open "university" quietly began its classes. What makes it special is its educational philosophy: "lectures by renowned experts at home and abroad, covering scientific, humanistic, and social content." Its educational concept is: "gathering intellectual elites, sharing educational resources, spreading modern culture, and promoting the spirit of science and humanity." Its pursuit is: "combining rationality and practicality, emphasizing authority and avant-garde, pursuing academic innovation, encouraging individual thought, advocating enjoyment for both refined and popular audiences, and valuing interactive communication." Its educational goal is: "building era common sense and enjoying a wise life." As for its openness: no entrance exams or tests required; no age or identity restrictions; "loving knowledge" is the only requirement for admission. Which "university" is this? "The Forum of 100 Experts." Where is "The Forum of 100 Experts"? China Central Television Channel 10. Highly advanced television technology has given humanity a shortcut, allowing us to have such a close connection with knowledge! The names of Yang Zhenning, Lee Tsung-Dao, Ding Zhongzhong, Zhou Ruchang, Ye Jialing, Bai Chunli, Li Yining, Feng Jicai, and Long Yingtai are passed on on the stage built by light and shadow, conveying the spirit of humanity. This spirit is the driving force for the continuation of civilization and the foundation of human survival. Let knowledge be tangible, let thoughts be touchable, and let the eager learners around the world share the same experience in the sacred hall of light and shadow—we truly believe that possessing knowledge is indeed a blessing. After more than a thousand sunrises and sunsets, the greatest achievement of "The Forum of 100 Experts" is over 700 heavy-duty tapes. Seven hundred 45-minute segments should be considered a considerable length for a television program, especially when they record the essence of human thought. How can we promote and spread these essence of human thought? We thought of publishing, which is both collectible and convenient for study. Thanks to the strong support of China Renmin University Press, we selected the content of 500 lectures to produce CDs, which were published in series; at the same time, we published nearly 30 related books to meet the diverse intellectual needs of knowledge lovers. China Renmin University Press called this "big move" a "great achievement" in 2004, and we should sincerely express our gratitude for their hard work. Viewers and readers, let us shake hands in the inheritance of knowledge!