Yuzuan yizong jinjian
Yuzuan Yizong Jinjian (御纂醫宗金鑑, Imperial Compilation of the Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition) is a significant encyclopedia of traditional Chinese medicine compiled during the Qing Dynasty under the reign of the Qianlong Emperor. This monumental work was completed in the year 1742 and is often cited as a comprehensive summary of medical knowledge prior to the modern era in China. The Yuzuan Yizong Jinjian serves not only as a historical document but also as a reference for practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine today.
Compilation[edit | edit source]
The compilation of the Yuzuan Yizong Jinjian was a massive undertaking, initiated by the Qianlong Emperor who ordered the best medical experts of the time to gather and consolidate the medical knowledge accumulated over thousands of years. The project aimed to standardize medical practices and theories and to preserve them for future generations. The work is an embodiment of the emperor's dedication to improving the health and welfare of his subjects.
Content[edit | edit source]
The Yuzuan Yizong Jinjian is divided into several volumes, covering a wide range of topics including internal medicine, surgery, gynecology, pediatrics, ophthalmology, and pharmacology. Each section is detailed, providing insights into the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of various diseases and conditions according to traditional Chinese medical practices. The encyclopedia also includes numerous illustrations of medical instruments and anatomical diagrams, which were advanced for its time.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The publication of the Yuzuan Yizong Jinjian had a profound impact on the development of traditional Chinese medicine. It served as a standard reference for medical practitioners for centuries and contributed to the standardization of medical practices across China. The work is also significant for its inclusion of various medical theories and practices from different regions and periods, making it a valuable resource for the study of the history of Chinese medicine.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Today, the Yuzuan Yizong Jinjian is considered a treasure in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. It is studied by practitioners and scholars alike, who seek to understand the roots of Chinese medical practices and to apply ancient wisdom to contemporary medical challenges. The encyclopedia is also of interest to historians and researchers studying the social and cultural history of the Qing Dynasty.
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