Title: A new interpretation on the idea of yijian mentioned in Yi zhuan
Abstract: It is a long time since the academic circle interpreted the term yijian in the Yi zhuan with simplicity,neglecting its truly profound connotations.In fact,yi and jian respectively represent the very basic characteristics of Qian and Kun.Yi is mainly embodied in temporal dimension and designates the ever-changing valence of power of Qian,while jian is mainly manifested in spatial dimension and refers to Kun's quiet valence of obedience.Since Qian Kun form the core of the Way of Yi,the mastery of yijian is the key to understanding the Way of Heaven.In the kernel of theoretical system of many Eastern and Western philosophers,such as XIONG Shi-li,JIN Yue-lin,Schopenhauer and Nietzsche,the thought of binary opposites of Qian(yi) Kun(jian) conceived in the universe and human society was brought directly or indirectly into light.
Publication Year: 2007
Publication Date: 2007-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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