The Origin of Civilization: Understanding the World from the I Ching

Author: Lei Yuanxing
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: The Origin of Civilization is dedicated to clarifying the intrinsic connection between traditional culture and natural science from its roots. The author uses extensive historical evidence and logical reasoning to prove to readers that Tai Chi was an ancient model of the hydrogen atom, the Yin-Yang fish diagram is the Lo Shu, and the "Bagua" derived from it represents the true structure of the Earth. The Lo Shu established the earliest "decimal system," the "Five Elements theory" is a direct abstraction and application of the laws of the universe, the "Sixty-Four Hexagrams" diagram is an ancient periodic table of elements, the I Ching is a fragmented classic of chemistry, and the Zhou Yi marks the starting point of Chinese civilization. Traditional Chinese medicine, based on the Yin-Yang theory, will make significant contributions to the entire human civilization. Compared to other specialized books on traditional culture and the history of science, this book offers a higher perspective and particularly profound insights. Unexpected or astonishing arguments are presented one after another, leaving readers feeling that the depth of its wisdom lingers long after the book is closed.