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Introduction In the realm of body art, tattoos have long served as both personal statements and cultural symbols. Among these designs, the yin yang tattoo stands out as one of the most iconic and profound symbols used worldwide. Rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy, the yin yang symbol embodies the concept of duality, balance, and the […]
In-Depth Exploration of the Yin Yang Symbol: History, Meaning, Philosophy, and Modern Applications The yin yang symbol is one of the world’s most iconic images—a simple yet profound visual representation of balance, duality, and harmony. From ancient Chinese oracle bones to antique rugs and modern design aesthetics, this symbol has traversed time and culture, carrying […]
How Do the Luo River Diagram and the Twelve Earthly Branches and Twelve Musical Modes Achieve Harmonious Unions? Within the Luo River Diagram, the twelve branches and the twelve musical modes are arranged into six groups. The “Zhou Li” records: “When playing Tai Cu, sing Ying Zhong.” Here, Tai Cu corresponds to the Yin hour […]
Explaining the He Tu Through Yin-Yang and the Five Elements How can one interpret the He Tu using the principles of yin-yang and the five elements? The notion of “five elements generating the He Tu” generally refers to the “ten-number diagram.” Its structure is as follows: numbers one and six belong to the same clan […]
The Origins of the Hetu and Luoshu What is the origin of the Hetu and Luoshu? In the Chinese tradition of divination, the term “He-Luo” first appears in the “Gu Ming” section of the Shangshu (Book of Documents) and is also mentioned in the “Zihan” chapter of the Lunyu (Analects). In Shangshu – Gu Ming, […]
What Are the “Four Repositories” in Chinese Divination? In the study of Chinese metaphysics, the “Four Repositories” (四库) refer to the roles played by four specific Earthly Branches: Chen (辰), Xu (戌), Chou (丑), and Wei (未). These branches function as elemental reservoirs, each corresponding to one of the Five Elements (五行). These repositories act […]
What is “Na Yin”?“Na Yin” refers to a method widely employed in the divinatory arts—especially within the numerological aspects of the I Ching—wherein numerical values are elucidated through the elemental attributes of musical scales. In this context, the term “Yin” (sound) denotes the ancient Chinese practice of synthesizing the sixty‐term sexagenary cycle (Jiazi), the five […]
Why Are the Harmonious Relationships Among the Earthly Branches Referred to as the “Six Harmonies”?The term “Six Harmonies” denotes the pairwise combinations and mutual fusion among the twelve Earthly Branches. In this system, the harmonious relationships are categorized into six distinct pairings, hence the appellation “Six Harmonies.” They are as follows: The interactions among the […]
How Do Monthly Establishments Correspond with the Earthly Branches? In ancient Chinese calendrical tradition, the specific day designated to inaugurate each month was known as the “monthly establishment.” Traditionally, the movement of the Big Dipper’s handle served as the standard for determining seasonal time, which led to a pairing between the twelve Earthly Branches and […]
How do the Heavenly Stems interact and combine? The combination of the Heavenly Stems, also known as the “Five Stems Combination,” refers to the way in which each pair of the ten Heavenly Stems merges to form one of the five elements of the Five Phases (Wu Xing). This concept originates from ancient astronomical theories, […]