Classics & Culture [11]
The Doctrine of Correspondence Between Heaven and Human in TCM Thought
Understanding the Foundations of TCM’s Cosmological Framework
🔶 Introduction
One of the most profound and foundational concepts in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is the Doctrine of Corr
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Wang Qingren and the Reform of TCM Anatomy in the Qing Dynasty
How a Revolutionary Physician Challenged Tradition and Changed Chinese Medicine
🔶 Introduction
Wang Qingren (王清任, 1768–1831) was a bold and innovative physician of the Qing Dynasty who dare
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The Influence of Li Shizhen on Chinese Medicine
How Li Shizhen’s Legacy Shaped the Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine
🔶 Introduction
Li Shizhen (李时珍), a legendary figure in the history of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is m
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The Tao of Medicine: The Influence of Daoism on Traditional Chinese Medicine
🔶 Introduction
Daoism (道家), one of the oldest and most influential philosophical systems in China, has played a pivotal role in shaping the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). At its
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The Legacy of Zhang Zhongjing: Father of Chinese Internal Medicine
Zhang Zhongjing (张仲景), often called the “Father of Chinese Internal Medicine”, is one of the most influential figures in the history of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). His groundbreaking work in
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Bian Que: The First Legendary Physician in Chinese Medical History
When speaking of the origins of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Bian Que (扁鹊) is a name that resonates with legend, wisdom, and clinical brilliance. Often regarded as the first historical physici
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The Yellow Emperor: Myth, Medicine, and the Origins of TCM
In the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), few figures are as iconic as the Yellow Emperor (Huangdi, 黄帝). Revered as a mythical ruler, cultural ancestor, and medical pioneer, Huangdi is the
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The Inner Canon’s Theory of Preventive Medicine
Modern healthcare increasingly emphasizes preventive medicine, but this concept is far from new. Over 2,000 years ago, the foundational text of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Huangdi Neijing
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Sun Simiao: The King of Medicine and His Ethical Legacy
In the rich history of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), few figures are as revered as Sun Simiao (孙思邈) — known respectfully as the “King of Medicine” (药王). Living during the Sui and Tang dynasties
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The Role of Confucianism and Daoism in the Development of TCM
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is not merely a clinical system — it is the embodiment of Chinese philosophy applied to health, life, and nature. Two of the most influential philosophical schools
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