This study aims to meticulously investigate the root causes of compounded errors and misinterpretations within Mìnglĭ texts and propose effective solutions to prevent their perpetuation in subsequent works. Given the historical secrecy and complexit...
This study aims to meticulously investigate the root causes of compounded errors and misinterpretations within Mìnglĭ texts and propose effective solutions to prevent their perpetuation in subsequent works. Given the historical secrecy and complexity surrounding Mìnglĭ studies, numerous misconceptions have seeped into theories posited by past authors and interpreters. Notably, there exists a conspicuous lack of dedicated research addressing the genesis and resolution of these compounded errors within Mìnglĭ literature.
This research classifies these compounded errors into two primary domains: discrepancies in literature information and challenges in the theory of fate interpretation. The former involves issues concerning Luòlùzi and Guĭgŭzi during the Age of Civil Wars, encompassing complexities related to authors, annotators, theories, and annotations. Meanwhile, the latter delves into misinterpretations of the sexagenary cycle theory, viewing fortune-telling allegorically rather than comprehending the essence of yin and yang energies.
The proposed solutions addressing literature information discrepancies involve rectifying historical inaccuracies by establishing the accurate era of Luòlùzi and Guĭgŭzi during the Tang Dynasty, contrary to prevailing assumptions regarding the Age of Civil Wars. Moreover, manuscripts attributed to figures like 'Xiāoxifù' and 'Guĭgŭzi' were authored during the Tang and Song Dynasties, not the speculated timeframes. The 'Lǐxūzhōngmìngshū' compilation originated from the Song and Ming Dynasties, referencing pivotal Mìnglĭ works. Clarification is provided regarding titular usage, such as 'Xúzipíng' as a Mìnglĭ book, not a personal name, and attributions like 'Dītiānsuĭ' to 'LiúJī'. Resolutions are also proposed for thematic issues within texts like 'Mìnglĭzhèngzōng', 'Mìnglĭyuēyán', 'Qióngtōngbǎojiànpíngzhù', and 'Zipíngzhēnquánpíngzhù'.
Likewise, the study suggests remedies for errors arising from the theory of fate interpretation, addressing misapplications of the sexagenary cycle theory and misconstrued external patterns. These solutions aim to clarify positive and negative aspects of errors stemming from the sexagenary cycle theory, rectify misconceptions arising from misapplied external patterns, balance energies regarding issues of reducing strength and aiding weakness, and differentiate misconstrued similarities within the sexagenary cycle.
These proposed solutions encompass the causes and viable remedies for compounded errors within Mìnglĭ literature. The study’s findings not only offer substantial insights into unresolved issues but also pave the way for further comprehensive research, thereby contributing significantly to the continued evolution of Mìnglĭ studies.