Is feng shui a science?

Is feng shui a science? You may think that Feng Shui is superstitious. People in the past always believed in Feng Shui, which makes people now think that Feng Shui is also superstitious. So feng shui science? Feng shui science? Let's take a look together.

Is feng shui a science? 1 feng shui evolution

Mr. Guo Zhengyi is very familiar with the historical evolution of Feng Shui. In an article, he introduced in detail the evolution of Feng Shui in China. Geomantic omen, also known as the study of geomantic omen, is specifically the art of building two houses of Yin and Yang (Yin house refers to the construction of graves, while Yang house refers to the construction of bedrooms). Ancient divination and mathematics originated at the same time Yin-yang and five elements are simple natural views summarized by primitive human beings in observing nature. But later, they parted ways. On the one hand, it developed into a real science, on the other hand, it developed into various fortune-telling techniques, forming an ancient "learning" called "numerology".

The gossip theory is originally a superficial summary of the simple view of material nature, which should be continuously improved with people's in-depth understanding of nature. However, in the Han Dynasty, the theory of five elements extended to the relationship between man and nature, and was rigidly applied to various irrelevant social phenomena and personnel relations.

At the same time, it covers the gossip of divination, forming a complex and far-fetched system to explain and guide everything, which has become China's ruling theory for two thousand years, hindering the development of modern science and technology in China and becoming the theoretical basis of various superstitions.

For example, if we apply the eight characters of the Chinese zodiac to the Five Elements Theory, we can find out whether a person belongs to gold or wood in the core monument of life, and then we can get married according to the Five Elements Theory. If a man and a woman are destined to be gold and wood respectively, they can't get married, because gold and wood are needed. If it's water and wood, it's a good marriage, because wood and water are long. For another example, various things are divided into five elements. For example, drugs are classified by color, so there is a saying that "if the core monuments of life belong to soil, they should not take cyan medicine". According to this, cyan belongs to wood, and wood can overcome soil, which will hurt people if eaten. Throughout the ages, all kinds of geomantic omen have been preaching with this five elements, which has already become people's spiritual shackles and cannot live scientifically. This is not the essence of China traditional culture, but the dross that should be discarded.

Is feng shui a science?

First of all, the argument is wrong and gives people a handle. On the definition of "Feng Shui", Mr. Hu even called three "principles, principles and principles". This kind of argument, even if you talk about it in your own classroom, is thrown out on TV and has a wide audience. Isn't it a slap in the face? Feng shui, like other mathematical techniques, belongs to the category of metaphysics. The biggest difference between metaphysics and science is that it has no theoretical support of modern scientific civilization (and certainly does not need the support of modern scientific theory); Modern science is based on experiment and logic; Metaphysics is dominated by perceptual thinking and spiritual thinking, with the model of harmony between man and nature. Their ways and methods of understanding the world, like the yin and yang sides, are complementary rather than homogeneous or alternative. Mr. Hu threw out this view and was immediately refuted by Sima's family. Naturally, he was suspected to be a liar.

Secondly, the argument is weak and lacks courage. Taking the fire of CCTV Lantern Festival in 2008 as an example, Mr. Hu expounded the argument that air friction on the front of the object caused the fire. According to Mr Hu, this should be a scientific conclusion. In this case, any object with air friction on the facade is bound to have fire. This view, not to mention teacher Sima, is also doubtful for a geomantic practitioner like me. According to my experience, there is a high probability of a sword and triangle friction fire, but this can only be said to be a high probability event, not a 100% inevitable event. Just like four pillars and eight characters, it is impossible to explain life with 100%. If you have seven or eight levels of accuracy, you are already a master among people. We know that the tip is similar to a stake, but it is also knife-shaped, so it will also appear as a symbol of criminal injury. Furthermore, according to the theory of the unity of heaven and man, the corresponding events will only happen if the imaging of heaven, the formation of earth, the reaction of man, heaven, earth and man must be satisfied. When Si Manan questioned why Mr. Hu didn't predict the CCTV fire in advance and remind the public, Mr. Hu was speechless. This made me dumbfounded. I clearly remember that Mr. Hu claimed in his class video that he predicted the fire of CCTV building in a public place in Beijing and pointed out the fire point. It seems that it is predicted that CCTV will be on fire again in a certain year. There are two possibilities: either Mr. Hu lacks the courage to testify, or Mr. Hu was bragging before. Therefore, Mr. Hu's "Feng Shui is science" is untenable.

Third, the logic is chaotic and the words are short. In the debate, the positive side constantly emphasizes that the long history of geomantic omen can not be proved by modern science with only a few hundred years' history. In that case, what is the need to call Feng Shui science? Isn't that self-deprecating and cheap? In case of emergency, it's nonsense to try to repair Si Manan's ancestral grave. This is tantamount to arguing that it is impossible to hit people, or to show people threats.

We know that in recent years, Mr. Hu has brought Yin and Yang Feng Shui from Taiwan Province Province to the mainland. This is a good thing to be thankful for. Like a wonderful flower in a hundred flowers garden, it enriches and perfects the geomantic culture. In fact, Yin-Yang Feng Shui is not divorced from the theoretical basis of traditional Feng Shui in essence. To put it bluntly, it is still within the scope of the law of yin and yang. As long as you have a good understanding of the characteristics of the human body, you will have a good understanding of Yin and Yang Feng Shui.

Numerology is numerology, and metaphysics is metaphysics. Any behavior that caters to other academics is itself a blasphemy.

Is there a scientific basis for Feng Shui theory?

We can call the theory of geomantic omen "easy to learn architecture"

It integrates China's traditional architecture, geographical environment and environmental psychology theory. The appearance of geomantic omen is a means of self-improvement that people hope to live in harmony with nature. There was no mystery at first, but in the era of lack of modern knowledge of geology, magnetism, meteorology, hydrology, architecture and human physiology, people could only understand the environment and explain the problems they encountered according to the knowledge level at that time. Therefore, the ancient concepts that explain the nature of the universe, such as Yin and Yang, Five Elements, I Ching and Eight Diagrams, have become the main theoretical basis of Feng Shui. Some so-called feng shui masters have mastered people's general psychology of seeking good fortune and avoiding evil, and fabricated some "mysterious" lies to cover them up, confusing things with simple scientific principles.

Sun Fengqi, director of the Landscape Research Institute of Tsinghua University Architecture Department, said, "Feng Shui is not all superstition. Our ancestors have developed a set of empirical theories, which have scientific basis. The ancient geomantic theory attached great importance to the relationship between man and architecture and environment. " Feng Shui can be said to be an ancient environmental concept. "He cited the example of Beijing Siheyuan. If you pay attention, you will find that people who come out of Siheyuan have rosy faces, unlike those who stay in the building for a long time, their faces will turn yellow. This is because the construction of quadrangles has scientific basis and is conducive to longevity. People living in quadrangles can be outdoors at least half the time every day, and ventilation will be a problem for people living in buildings. Not to mention that good feng shui can make people rich, and one's health can't be guaranteed. What energy do you have to make money?

Professor Han Zenglu believes that China attached great importance to courtyard beautification and courtyard geomantic omen in ancient times, and the combined layout of courtyard buildings, flowers and trees, rockeries and flowing water should meet the requirements of geomantic omen, which will be beneficial to physical and mental health and wealth. This is the simple environmental landscape consciousness of traditional geomantic omen. One of the connotations and missions of modern geomantic omen is to graft the simple principles of traditional geomantic omen into modern environmental landscape, not only to study the laws of aesthetics, architecture and botany of environmental landscape, but also to further study the various forces exerted by the structure, orientation, materials, colors and shapes of environmental landscape on human physiology and psychology, so as to explore the scientific laws and methods of selecting and creating environmental landscape beneficial to human health.

Is feng shui a science? There are superstitious parts in Feng Shui. All superstitions should be abandoned without reservation. But the ignorant will be killed by a stick. One-sided, simple and rude denial of a noun, taking simple Feng Shui as superstition. While ignoring its cultural and scientific nature.

I once totally rejected the view that all the contents of Feng Shui were superstitious. Many people advised me to be unlucky and not to try. I didn't believe them, because I always regarded those things that I couldn't tell why as human fears and cowardice. However, inexplicably, it has been said several times. I think there are some mysterious connections in nature, which may not be recognized by the existing science. Just as "the more knowledge you gain, the more you find your ignorance", with the strength of human beings, the awe of nature is increasing day by day. You don't have to escape like a plague, you don't have to turn a blind eye to everything, you just need to have a positive and respectful attitude towards everything. Excessive fear and excessive belief are both undesirable.

Although there are some superstitious elements in Feng Shui, they are naturally abandoned. Later, I met a folk teacher in Nantong. When my husband and I bought a house in Nantong, we asked the teacher to help me see how to design the structure, location and decoration layout of the house, so as not to install a low ceiling, as well as the location of the gate and the neighbors across the door. It really feels more than just feng shui. It is good for all aspects of life. A ceiling that is too low is easily suppressed. Opening the window at the head of the bed, one is light pollution, and the other is easy to face the wind. If past experience is only a summary of experience, it is reasonable to rely on it now.

Now I have become very fond of knowing this. Feeling is the fusion of traditional cultural customs and various sciences. It shouldn't be covered up by those superstitions. Marxist theory stresses the second nature of consciousness. Consciousness has no material first, and can't play a decisive role, but it has a positive or negative impact on the first. Those false and absurd superstitions have been proved to be harmful to life and naturally eliminated in the long history. Those who can stay can stand the test of time and practice. Some people ask why rich people are superstitious. In fact, superstition is just one of them.

The real cattle people, who engage in politics and business, are precisely those who are super humble and stupid. They respect the laws of nature, believe in the truth contained in Feng Shui, and go with the flow.

In fact, Feng Shui can be regarded as a comprehensive science integrating psychological science, natural science, philosophical aesthetics, social science and historical science.

For example, geographical science examines geographical location, climate, natural and human environment. Feng shui, isn't that what the name says?

Besides, why feng shui and psychology are also related.

Have you ever thought about it? Why do some places open stores and reverse them? Obviously, the location is not good. What is wrong is not because the geographical conditions are not suitable, but the psychological tendency of people. If collective unconsciousness is a factor worthy of consideration, then if you want to be an excellent businessman, you must first know how to "follow the trend". There is a kind of "Tao", you can't see it, but you should know how to fear it.

There is such a story in Everything is Wrong.

In the Song Dynasty, drinkers were promoted to Jinbe, and they were very eager to meet guests, because the wine was beautiful, the county flag was high, but it was not sold, and the wine was sour. Blaming it, he asked Yang Qian, an elder he knew, and said, "Are you a fierce dog?" Yue: "Why don't dogs sell wine?" Say, "People are afraid. Or let the boy take the money to the pot. If the dog bites, the wine will be sour and will not be sold. " -selected from "Everything is wrong, and the foreign reserves say the upper right"

Here, the fierce dogs raised by liquor sellers are far away and dare not avoid them. Bad feng shui, like a fierce dog, has become a "pressure" in the hearts of people who want to get close. Between the tangible and the intangible, it affects people's behavior by affecting their psychology.