Book Details
Wang Yangming's Biography: The Wisdom of the Heart Learning that Integrates Knowledge and Action (Newly Revised Edition)
【Japan】Takehiko Okada / Chongqing Publishing House /December 20, 2018
"The Biography of Wang Yangming: The Wisdom of the Mind Learning of Unity of Knowledge and Action" (Newly Revised Edition) is a popular biography of Wang Yangming carefully written by Mr. Takehiko Okada, an international authority on Yangmingism, for the general readers. This book comprehensively presents the legendary life of Wang Yangming and the essence of his mind learning thought - the unity of knowledge and action through vivid and in-depth writing. As an outstanding thinker and philosopher in the Ming Dynasty, Wang Yangming's wisdom of mind learning not only influenced countless literati and poets in later generations, but also has far-reaching practical significance in today's society. The new revised edition retains the classic content of the original book and has been carefully revised and supplemented, so that readers can more easily appreciate the philosophical charm of Wang Yangming's unity of knowledge and action, draw life wisdom from it, and cultivate strong inner strength. This book is an indispensable reading for understanding Wang Yangming and his mind learning thought.
Outline Notes
Book Summary of "The Biography of Wang Yangming: The Wisdom of the Learning of Mind that Integrates Knowledge and Action (Newly Revised Edition)"Chapter 1: The Birth and Growth of Wang YangmingSection 1: Wang Yangming&39;s Family Background - Key Point 1: Wang Yangming was born into a scholarly family. His grandfather was the top scholar in the imperial examination and his father was an editor in the Imperial Academy. - Key Point 2: His strict family education and his mother&39;s good education had a significant impact on Wang Yangming&39;s character and outlook on life. Section 2: The Tribulations and Ideological Buds in His Youth - Key Point 1: He almost died of illness at the age of five. He experienced the test of life and death and began to question the meaning of life. - Key Point 2: He was obsessed with military books and strategies in his youth, had lofty ambitions, and was dissatisfied with secular life. Chapter 2: The Tortuous Road to Exploring the Learning of SaintsSection 1: In and Out of Buddhism, Taoism and Zhu Xi&39;s School - Key Point 1: Wang Yangming tried Buddhism and Laozi and Zhuangzi&39;s thoughts to seek spiritual liberation. - Key point 2: He began to doubt Zhu Xi&39;s theory of "investigating things to gain knowledge" and found that he could not get true inner satisfaction after practicing it. Section 2: Enlightenment of Enlightenment in Longchang- Key point 1: Being exiled to Longchang, Guizhou, Wang Yangming experienced the impermanence of life and the power of the heart. - Key point 2: Through in-depth reflection, he proposed the core idea of "mind is reason". Chapter 3: The establishment and dissemination of Wang Yangming&39;s philosophy of mindSection 1: The proposal of the theory of unity of knowledge and action- Key point 1: Wang Yangming advocated that knowledge and action are inseparable and emphasized the importance of action. - Key point 2: The theory of unity of knowledge and action is an important supplement and deepening of his philosophy of mind system. Section 2: Teaching and practice of philosophy of mind- Key point 1: The philosophy of mind is taught through education and works, such as "Chuan Xi Lu". - Key point 2: The philosophy of mind is verified in practice, such as guiding the suppression of rebellions and local governance through the philosophy of mind. Chapter 4: Wang Yangming&39;s activities in his later years and his deathSection 1: The merits and demerits of suppressing the Ning Wang Rebellion - Key point 1: Wang Yangming was appointed as the commander of the rebellion suppression army in his later years and successfully suppressed the Ning Wang Zhu Chenhao&39;s rebellion. - Key point 2: His performance in the suppression of the rebellion and the subsequent controversy and evaluation. Section 2: The last years and legacy - Key point 1: In the years before his death, he continued to promote the philosophy of mind and wrote books. - Key point 2: After Wang Yangming&39;s death, the philosophy of mind became one of the mainstream academic thoughts in the middle and late Ming Dynasty. The above is a brief summary of "The Biography of Wang Yangming: The Wisdom of the Philosophy of Mind in the Unity of Knowledge and Action (New Revised Edition)", covering the framework and main content of the book.
Catchy Sentences
From "The Biography of Wang Yangming: The Wisdom of the Mind Learning of Unity of Knowledge and Action (Newly Revised Edition)", I have selected the following 20 wonderful sentences or paragraphs. These sentences or paragraphs are either profound, or have unique perspectives, or are beautifully written, or are full of wisdom, or are creative. I have divided them into three groups (because 20 sentences/paragraphs are many, it is clearer to output them in three groups) for your reference: Group 1 1. "The unity of knowledge and action is the true knowledge; knowing without action is just ignorance." —— This sentence summarizes the core concept of Wang Yangming's Mind Learning and emphasizes the unity of knowledge and practice. 2. "The mind is the principle. There is no principle outside the mind, and there is no thing outside the mind." —— Wang Yangming proposed the unity of mind and reason, emphasizing the connection between the power of the heart and the laws of the universe. 3. "Conscience is the one who can do everything without regret." —— Conscience became the moral judgment standard in Wang Yangming's Mind Learning, reflecting his ethical thoughts. 4. "It is easy to defeat the enemy in the mountains, but it is difficult to defeat the enemy in the heart." —— This sentence uses a unique metaphor to reveal the truth that it is easy to defeat external enemies, but difficult to overcome internal difficulties. 5. "To develop conscience is to study things, and to study things is to develop conscience." —— It explains the interaction between developing conscience and studying things, and shows the practical method of mind learning. 6. "People must be tempered in things before they can stand firm, and only then can they be calm and stable when they are still and when they are moving." —— It emphasizes the importance of improving personal cultivation through practical training. Group 2 7. "Heaven and earth, all things, are originally one with me." —— This sentence reflects Wang Yangming's profound understanding of the unity of the universe and all things. 8. "Scholars learn from saints, but they only get rid of human desires and preserve the principles of heaven." —— It points out that the purpose of learning is to get rid of selfish desires and restore the principles of heaven. 9. "To make up one's mind and work hard is like planting a tree. When the roots and buds appear, there is no trunk yet; when the trunk appears, there are no branches yet; after the branches, there are leaves, and after the leaves, there are flowers and fruits." - The metaphor of planting a tree vividly illustrates the gradual process of making up one's mind and working hard. 10. "The principles of all things are not outside of my heart." - Emphasizes the importance of the heart in understanding all things. 11. "The saint is one with the heaven, earth, people and things. Confucianism, Buddhism, Laozi and Zhuangzi are all my use. This is called the great way." - Demonstrates Wang Yangming's inclusive academic attitude and broad vision. 12. "If a person can love good as he loves beauty and hate evil as he hates bad smells, he will be a saint." - Uses a vivid metaphor to illustrate the simplicity and directness of becoming a saint. Group 3 13. "The heart has no good or bad intentions, but it has good and bad intentions. Knowing good and evil is conscience, and doing good and getting rid of evil is the study of things." - This sentence is Wang Yangming's four-sentence teaching of the heart, summarizing the main viewpoints of his heart. 14. "Before you saw this flower, it and your mind were both in silence; when you saw this flower, its color suddenly became clear." - This sentence uses the example of flowers to explain the relationship between mind and matter. 15. "Everyone has his own compass, and the root of all changes is always in the mind." - This sentence emphasizes the power and autonomy of the individual's mind. 16. "Be humble and broad-minded." - This sentence expresses the importance of humility and tolerance in a concise and beautiful way. 17. "Only by practicing in practice can one gain true knowledge." - This sentence emphasizes the necessity of gaining true knowledge through practice. 18. "The mind has no external objects, no external principles, and no learning outside the mind." - This sentence once again emphasizes the core position of the mind in Wang Yangming's philosophy of mind. 19. "This mind is bright, what else can I say." - This was Wang Yangming's last words before his death, showing his firm belief in the brightness of his heart. 20. “Without a goal, there is nothing that can be accomplished.” - This sentence emphasizes the importance of setting a goal for success and embodies Wang Yangming’s practical wisdom.
Author Introduction
Title: Takehiko Okada, a Japanese scholar who explores the wisdom of Wang Yangming's philosophy of mind Takehiko Okada (1916-2004) is a famous Japanese researcher of Chinese philosophy, especially famous for his research on Wang Yangming's philosophy of mind.
His book "The Biography of Wang Yangming: The Wisdom of the Philosophy of Mind in the Unity of Knowledge and Action (New Revised Edition)" reveals the profound connotation and practical value of Wang Yangming's philosophy to readers.< 1.
Personal basic information Takehiko Okada was born in Tokyo, Japan, and is a scholar with a deep interest in Chinese culture and philosophy.< 2.
Education and professional background Takehiko Okada graduated from the University of Tokyo, majoring in Chinese philosophy.< He spent most of his academic career at the University of Tokyo, where he served as a professor of Chinese philosophy.
3.< Writing career Takehiko Okada's writing career began in the 1950s, and his research covered many fields such as Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism.
However, his most well-known achievement is his in-depth research on Wang Yangming's philosophy of mind.< 4.
Work style and theme Takehiko Okada's writing style is known for its rigor, depth, and easy understanding.< The themes of his works mainly focus on Chinese philosophy, especially Wang Yangming's philosophy of mind.
5.< Personal life There is little public information about Takehiko Okada's personal life.
But it is certain that he is a diligent scholar with a passion for academic research.< 6.
Social influence Takehiko Okada's works have had a profound impact on the study of Chinese philosophy in Japan and around the world.< His "The Biography of Wang Yangming" is considered an important reference book for studying Wang Yangming's philosophy of mind.
7.< Quotations and evaluations "The Biography of Wang Yangming" has been highly praised by many authoritative scholars and institutions.
For example, Tatsuo Yamada, a professor of Chinese philosophy at the University of Tokyo, commented: "Takehiko Okada's "The Biography of Wang Yangming" is the most in-depth and comprehensive interpretation of Wang Yangming's philosophy of mind.< " 8.
Latest developments Although Takehiko Okada passed away in 2004, his academic legacy continues to influence later scholars.< His works are constantly reprinted and translated to meet the needs of readers around the world.
In general, Takehiko Okada is a scholar with a deep understanding and unique insights into Wang Yangming's philosophy of mind.< His "The Biography of Wang Yangming" provides readers with a comprehensive and in-depth perspective, helping us better understand and practice Wang Yangming's philosophical thoughts.
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