黄帝宅經

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Unknown

Language:

Chinese

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Huangdi zhai jing

黃帝宅經

Place of Publication:

To be supplied : Project Gutenberg, 2010.

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Huangdi Zhaijing" by Unknown is a historical treatise on geomancy and the principles of architecture, likely written during the early centuries of the Common Era. The text delves into the significance of location, structure, and spatial arrangements in relation to human well-being and fortune, reflecting ancient Chinese beliefs in the connection between earthly dwelling places and spiritual energies. The book explores intricate theories about the placement of homes and graves, focusing on the interplay of yin and yang. It emphasizes how these forces affect human lives, inheritance, and prosperity. Through detailed instructions and discussions, it advises on various geomantic practices, analyzing different configurations and orientations to achieve harmony and avert misfortunes. Additionally, "Huangdi Zhaijing" offers insights into the consequences of poorly positioned structures, fostering a deep understanding of how environment shapes human fate, thus serving both as a practical guide and a philosophical examination of space in ancient Chinese culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Anthony Mao

Notes:

Release date is 2009-01-21