Dive into the ancient wisdom of the I Ching. Discover how this timeless text embodies the principles of Yin Yang, guiding you towards balance, harmony, and personal growth in today’s fast-paced world.
Many parents dream of their children rising to greatness—of them “becoming dragons” and soaring to success. Today’s topic is none other than the Qian Hexagram from the I Ching. Some may wonder, “What does aspiring for one’s child to become a dragon have to do with the Qian Hexagram?”Hold on, as I—Ze Cheng—unfold the story […]
Ze Cheng believes that, as a Chinese person, even though many might not fully grasp the I Ching, it is nearly impossible not to be intrigued by it. The I Ching seems imbued with forces that transcend ordinary human comprehension. Driven by an insatiable curiosity, I began my study of the I Ching at the […]
Great Masters of Feng Shui Through the Ages and Their Canonical WorksRenowned Figures and Timeless Masterpieces in the History of Feng Shui China’s Feng Shui culture spans several millennia, and throughout its long evolution, successive generations of illustrious Feng Shui masters emerged, bequeathing to posterity an abundance of enduring masterpieces. Guan Lu – The Divination […]
The Application of Feng Shui in Residential Architecture Choosing a Dwelling That Harnesses Nature’s BlessingsIn ancient times, people adhered to the belief in prophetic omens and destiny. Before commencing any construction or earth – moving, they meticulously examined the geographical features to determine whether a site “harbored the wind and captured the water.” They then […]
History of Architecture: An Overview of Traditional Chinese Residences The origins of Chinese residential architecture can be traced back to prehistoric times. Early settlements were characterized by communal living and a collective way of life, which profoundly influenced the evolution of domestic dwellings. Beyond mere habitability, these structures were designed to evoke auspiciousness and stability; […]
The History of Feng Shui: The Evolution of Feng Shui Techniques Feng shui originated from humanity’s earliest practice of selecting optimal sites for habitation. Its initial formation can be traced back to the era of the Han and Jin dynasties, reaching maturity during the Tang, Song, and Yuan periods, and achieving consummate refinement in the […]
The Origins of Feng Shui and Its Relation to Residential Site Selection Feng Shui primarily refers to the ancient art of evaluating various environmental factors—such as climate, geology, topography, ecology, and scenic beauty—when choosing a place to live, along with the array of construction techniques and prohibitions observed during the building process. The Essence of […]
In ancient wisdom, the Wei Ji hexagram originally depicted the yearning to cross a river only to fall short of reaching the far bank—a vivid metaphor for endeavors that fail to attain their intended goals. Composed of the lower trigram Kan (water) and the upper trigram Li (fire), the imagery is delightfully paradoxical: water, which […]
Already Completed “Already Completed” signifies having successfully crossed the river and reached the far bank, and by extension, it means that a matter has been fully accomplished. The hexagram of Already Completed is composed of the trigrams Lí and Kǎn. In this configuration, Lí (symbolizing fire) is positioned below, while Kǎn (representing water) occupies the […]
The meaning of “Xiao Guo” refers to a slight transgression or minor overstep. This hexagram is composed of the elements Gen (Mountain) and Zhen (Thunder). In terms of imagery, Zhen represents thunder, and Gen represents a mountain. Thunder, which originates from the sky, strikes the top of the mountain, but it is still distant from […]