Reviews
I liked that it was briefly explained with illustrations, and I also liked that there was no part where it unilaterally forced the idea that classical content was correct.
This book provides a good understanding of the Huangdi Neijing due to its numerous illustrations. In the beginning, there is a brief mention of the Yellow Emperor defeating Chiwoo Cheonhwang; while it cannot be said to be 100% accurate to the Hwandangogi, the content presented there contradicts the original text. Setting that aside, if we consider the content itself, it is certainly an enjoyable read.
It is easy to read if you have basic knowledge of Yin-Yang, the Five Elements, and the human body. Books covered in plastic wrap can be tricky to read, but the quality of the editing and the inclusion of diagrams and illustrations enhance understanding. I recommend this book as an accessible alternative to the daunting original text.
There are three books I borrowed while visiting a Korean medicine clinic to manage minor symptoms. I borrowed them to closely examine myself, wondering if I was missing anything the doctor said or if there were any symptoms that both the doctor and I were overlooking. Through these three books, I gained a much understanding of the terminology and principles used in Korean medicine—if not everything. The three books I consulted are as follows: - The Illustrated Huangdi Neijing (Kim Youngsa) -
Jito Editorial Department: Huangdi Neijing
*The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine Explained Through Pictures* is an accessible translation of the *Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine*, the oldest medical text in human history that governed the health and longevity of Chinese emperors for 5,000 years. By presenting content through illustrations rather than text, this book is accessible and vivid. Instead of lengthy sentences, it uses flowcharts to explain complex processes. Furthermore, it uses diagrams to clearly illustrate the meanings of concepts instead of unfamiliar technical terms. Through vivid illustrations and diagrams, readers can easily grasp the key points and necessary knowledge. The book introduces the background of the *Classic of Internal Medicine*—featuring figures such as Emperor Xuanyuan, the protagonist and progenitor of the Chinese people, and Qi Bai, the founder of traditional Chinese medicine and physician to emperors—as well as the philosophies and principles contained within its more than 200,000 characters and the wisdom of Chinese-style health preservation that harmonizes with nature. Moreover, it traverses the boundaries of physiology, ethics, meteorology, mechanics, and cosmology to thoroughly reveal the emperors' health methods, including the immune system and the flow of Qi and blood. It presents the health formulas and solutions necessary for modern people through the laws of life derived from analyzing the changes in the universe and human life.
Korean title: 황제내경
Korean author: 지토 편집부
Korean publisher: 김영사
ISBN-13: 9788934961154
Reviews
I liked that it was briefly explained with illustrations, and I also liked that there was no part where it unilaterally forced the idea that classical content was correct.
This book provides a good understanding of the Huangdi Neijing due to its numerous illustrations. In the beginning, there is a brief mention of the Yellow Emperor defeating Chiwoo Cheonhwang; while it cannot be said to be 100% accurate to the Hwandangogi, the content presented there contradicts the original text. Setting that aside, if we consider the content itself, it is certainly an enjoyable read.
It is easy to read if you have basic knowledge of Yin-Yang, the Five Elements, and the human body. Books covered in plastic wrap can be tricky to read, but the quality of the editing and the inclusion of diagrams and illustrations enhance understanding. I recommend this book as an accessible alternative to the daunting original text.
There are three books I borrowed while visiting a Korean medicine clinic to manage minor symptoms. I borrowed them to closely examine myself, wondering if I was missing anything the doctor said or if there were any symptoms that both the doctor and I were overlooking. Through these three books, I gained a much understanding of the terminology and principles used in Korean medicine—if not everything. The three books I consulted are as follows: - The Illustrated Huangdi Neijing (Kim Youngsa) -
