日知錄

A devoted scholar spent more than thirty years gathering and revising his observations, turning a lifetime of reading into a compact notebook of insight. In this first section he turns his attention to the ancient divination classics, tracing how the eight trigrams and sixty‑four hexagrams were first recorded and later interpreted by successive thinkers. By comparing early formulations with later commentaries, he highlights where tradition has drifted and where it remains faithful to its roots.

Listeners will find a clear, methodical walk through the tangled history of the “Three Yi” texts, the evolving role of the I Ching in political and moral thought, and the debates that shaped its exegesis. The author’s careful annotations reveal the tension between ritual, symbolism, and practical governance, offering a fresh perspective on a work that has guided scholars for centuries. It’s an engaging guide for anyone curious about the foundations of Chinese philosophy and the enduring quest to understand the patterns of change.