The Union and Separation of the Conformations
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Chapter 16 Yellow Emperor’s Classic
The following passage offers a profound yet concise map of the relationship between Heaven, Earth, and Man, revealing how the movement of Qi unfolds through the cycles of the year. At first glance, it appears to describe seasonal change, but upon closer study it becomes clear that it is outlining
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Practice Session I am offering a free online class with the goal of motivating you to dive into the classic text On Cold Damage, or in Chinese Shang Han Lun. Here is a short course description. This class introduces the Shang Han Lun as a complete clinical system rooted in
“When the Shang Han Lun Speaks: Understanding the System Behind the Formulas”
During the course of my studies, the clarity and systematic use of herbal formulas in the Shang Han Za Bing Lun continues to amaze me. At times, it feels as though Zhang Zhongjing is speaking directly to us across time. Let me illustrate this with an example. Dang gui (當歸,
八法 (Bā Fǎ)
In contemporary Chinese Herbal Medicine education, herbs and formulas are commonly taught through the framework of the Eight Methods. While this system is clinically useful, it presents a challenge for students because it is not rooted in the foundational principles of Chinese Medicine. The classification of herbs and formulas into