Confucianism and Taoism

Chapter 18 Matching moves and artistic conception
The next morning, Qin Zhiyong got up early and went to practice boxing on the mountainside behind the village.

Qin Zhiyong became more and more proficient in Taizu's long fist.He gradually discovered a problem, or rather a trouble.

Any boxing skill that has been practiced to a high level requires the corresponding artistic conception to cooperate in order to exert the maximum power of boxing skills.

Taizu Changquan was created by Zhao Kuangyin, Taizu of Song Dynasty. It is suitable for fighting in the army. It has a strong evil spirit, especially the last pose of "sitting on a golden throne", which needs to be matched with the mentality of despising the world and being superior.

Who can sit on the Golden Throne Hall?

Of course the emperor!
Who has the qualifications to despise the world?

The same is the emperor.

This is the heart method of Taizu Changquan, and it is also the essence of boxing.

Qin Zhiyong is a scholar, and what he explores is knowledge and avenues.His purpose is the same as that of Mr. Wang Yangming, to become a saint and a virtuous person.Instead of ruling the world and sitting on the throne.The artistic conception of Taizu Changquan is incompatible with Qin Zhiyong's Confucian cultivation of body and mind.

If you continue to practice, there will definitely be problems.

On the one hand, Confucianism is righteous and sincere, and sincerity is in harmony with the sky; on the other hand, it needs to have the domineering spirit that despises the world.

The state of mind is constantly changing, and over time, Qin Zhiyong may have a split personality and a mental breakdown.

Practicing Taizu Changquan, Qin Zhiyong stretched out all his muscles and bones, and strengthened his body to the extreme.If you want to continue digging deep into Taizu Changquan, you must abandon the Confucian way of cultivating mind and body, and retain the domineering spirit that dominates the world.

However, Confucian self-cultivation is the foundation of Qin Zhiyong's life.Abandoning the knowledge and state of mind of Confucianism, of course not.What's more, Confucianism's mind-cultivation knowledge is extensive and profound, which is much greater than the value of Taizu Changquan.Qin Zhiyong would not abandon the basics for the last.

Then you can only abandon Taizu Changquan.

Qin Zhiyong wanted to learn Taijiquan.

Confucian self-cultivation emphasizes "righteousness of heart".The body must be upright, and the mind must be pure.Taijiquan is an internal family boxing, and it is a superior method for health and mind.The study is the way of yin and yang.

Taijiquan also pays attention to neither losing nor topping, Zhongzheng Anshu.

The artistic conception of Tai Chi and the self-cultivation of Confucianism can complement each other.

This is what Qin Zhiyong values ​​most.

It's a pity that Chen-style Taijiquan is not spread to outsiders. It is not possible to learn the essence of Taijiquan from Chen Zhengying, but there is little hope.

As for stealing punches?

Qin Zhiyong didn't think about it at all.Not even the slightest thought of stealing punches.

A set of Taizu Long Fist is finished.

Qin Zhiyong received his power and exhaled.

The activity moves the muscles, bones, qi and blood, and the body is comfortable.

"Hey. You punched long punches, right?" Suddenly, a middle-aged man in white stood not far away and said to Qin Zhiyong, "You punch softly. You don't have any masculinity, so you can punch Can't reach the enemy. It's useless if you practice like this."

The middle-aged Qin Zhiyong clasped his fists and said, "May I ask who you are?"

The middle-aged man was a little suave, and said, "My name is Chen Zhengzhou. The young people in the village call me Second Uncle. You can call me that too. I heard that a scholar came to the village yesterday. Is that you?"

Qin Zhiyong nodded and said, "Qin Zhiyong has met Second Uncle. Yes, I am a scholar who came to the village yesterday. Second Uncle, you said that my practice of boxing like this is useless. Then how can I practice it to be useful?"

Chen Zhengzhou said: "Changquan is a foreign boxing technique. Of course, it must be strong and domineering, so that it can be powerful. You are so slow and soft, how can you hit people? Even our Chen family Tai Chi is not as slow and soft as you. "

Qin Zhiyong's eyes were clear without any emotion.He knows what he wants.

fierce?Kill the enemy?That's not what I'm after.What Qin Zhiyong wanted was to cultivate his mind and nature, maintain his health and fitness, stimulate his potential, and constantly improve his mental and physical qualities.

Qin Zhiyong said: "Second Uncle, I don't practice boxing to beat people."

Chen Zhengzhou was surprised. Everyone who practiced martial arts hoped to become stronger and defeat the enemy?Why did Qin Zhiyong not practice boxing to beat people?
Chen Zhengzhou asked: "Then why do you practice martial arts?"

Qin Zhiyong said with a smile: "It's not practicing martial arts, but boxing. Practicing boxing is a part of practice. I practice to strengthen my body, stimulate my potential, and gain wisdom and strength. I want to see how my mental and physical abilities are. What level can it be achieved?"

Chen Zhengzhou didn't understand Qin Zhiyong's words.But there is a feeling of ignorance.

Qin Zhiyong said, "Second Uncle, I'll take my leave first."

Chen Zhengzhou quickly grabbed Qin Zhiyong's arm and said, "Don't go yet. You are interesting. I can gain knowledge by chatting with you. I am worthy of being a scholar. Go, go to my house. I will live next door."

Qin Zhiyong smiled bitterly and said, "Second Uncle, I haven't eaten breakfast yet."

Chen Zhengzhou said, "Just eat at my place."

Kindness is difficult.

Qin Zhiyong could only go to Chen Zhengzhou's house.

Had breakfast.

Qin Zhiyong and Chen Zhengzhou had a pleasant conversation.Qin Zhiyong talked about some experience in self-cultivation and mind-cultivation, as well as some superficial insights into Taizu Changquan's boxing theory.Chen Zhengzhou taught Qin Zhiyong the theory of Chen family Taijiquan, and also practiced Taijiquan for Qin Zhiyong.

Of course, Chen Zhengzhou's Taijiquan cannot be compared with that of his elder brother Chen Zhengying.But Chen Zhengzhou still knows the basic moves and frame of Taijiquan.Chen Zhengying just learned more secrets of internal boxing than Chen Zhengzhou.

Basic boxing skills can be learned by every student, but some secret techniques will be passed on to the next generation of masters before the master dies.

Chen Zhengying is the master of this generation of Chen Family Taijiquan.He must have learned more essence of internal boxing than Chen Zhengzhou.

Qin Zhiyong didn't care about boxing secrets.He thinks boxing theory and basic boxing style are the most important.As for the so-called secret technique, he didn't pay much attention to it.

It is not impossible to control Taijiquan with the Confucian mentality.

Chen Zhengzhou asked: "How is it? Have you learned all the moves of Taijiquan?"

Qin Zhiyong nodded and said, "I remember it all. I'll practice it, and you, Second Uncle, can give me pointers."

Chen Zhengzhou nodded and said, "Okay."

Qin Zhiyong has never practiced Taijiquan, but he has a foundation in boxing, so he learned Taijiquan very quickly.When I played it the first time, it was bumpy and incoherent, but when I played it the second time, it became much smoother.After the third time, Qin Zhiyong added his own ideas, and Taijiquan immediately changed its taste.

Ok?
Chen Zhengzhou was taken aback.He clearly felt that the Taijiquan practiced by Qin Zhiyong was somewhat different from his own Taijiquan.

Qin Zhiyong's Taijiquan gives people the impression that it is too upright.No matter how Qin Zhiyong moves, his center of gravity has not changed.His whole body is like a scale, always maintaining an absolute balance.

After practicing Tai Chi three times in a row, Qin Zhiyong felt comfortable all over.Sure enough, Tai Chi is the most suitable for me.

"Second Uncle, how am I doing?" Qin Zhiyong asked.

The first time Qin Zhiyong played Taijiquan, Chen Zhengzhou thought it was okay, and the second time he played Tai Chi, he thought it was very good.But when he practiced for the third time, Chen Zhengzhou didn't know how to evaluate it.

Because Qin Zhiyong used the Confucian mentality to control and balance the yin and yang of Tai Chi.When it comes to consciousness and artistic conception, it has surpassed Chen Zhengzhou's understanding.

Chen Zhengzhou waved his hand and said, "Go back first."

I don't know how to evaluate it, so Chen Zhengzhou will not evaluate it.

Chen Zhengzhou doesn't regard Qin Zhiyong as an ordinary junior now.Qin Zhiyong gave Chen Zhengzhou the impression that he was very knowledgeable.

Qin Zhiyong said: "Second uncle, then I'll go back to the village first. I'll visit you again when I have time."

Through this conversation.

Chen Zhengzhou gained a lot of knowledge, and gained some new insights into the yin and yang of Tai Chi.And also learned the Confucian self-cultivation technique.

Qin Zhiyong learned the routines and airs of Taijiquan.

Tricks and routines, boxing airs, is it flowery fists and embroidered legs?

Qin Zhiyong didn't think so.

Boxing routines carry the philosophy of this boxing.It's like a math formula.What is the formula for?It is used to resolve mathematical problems.Boxing frame and routine, with the corresponding state of mind, can practice the effect.

Once the effect of boxing practice comes out, the physical and psychological quality will be improved rapidly.

For Qin Zhiyong, practicing boxing is just a means, not an end.Strengthening the body and stimulating the potential is the purpose of practicing boxing.

………………

Qin Zhiyong came down from the back mountain and met Chen Shaoqi at the entrance of the village.

Chen Shaoqi asked, "Where did you go? You didn't even come back for breakfast."

Qin Zhiyong said with a smile: "I went to the back mountain to practice boxing. I have already had breakfast. Shaoqi, you don't have to worry that I will be hungry."

Chen Shaoqi looked at Qin Zhiyong in surprise, and asked, "Have you met my second uncle?"

The second uncle, Chen Zhengzhou, is a different kind in the village.

In the past, Chen Zhengzhou lived in the village and often had conflicts with Chen Zhengying.In the end, Chen Zhengzhou moved to Houshan to live.Chen Shaoqi also knew that Chen Zhengzhou had feelings for Aunt Hong.However, Aunt Hong is a widow, and it may not be easy for them to be together.

Unexpectedly, Qin Zhiyong met his second uncle as soon as he arrived in the village.

Qin Zhiyong nodded and said, "I met my second uncle. I ate breakfast at my second uncle's house. By the way, Shaoqi, I talked about boxing with my second uncle. He taught me the moves of Taijiquan. I learned Taizu Changquan and self-cultivation. I told my second uncle about my experience. Your father said, you can’t steal punches. I learned boxing from my second uncle in an open and honest manner, so it’s not considered stealing punches.”

About learning Taijiquan from his second uncle Chen Zhengzhou, Qin Zhiyong still felt that it would be better to tell him from the beginning.In order to prevent Chen Zhengying and Chen Shaoqi from knowing that they know Tai Chi in the future, causing misunderstandings and unclear explanations.

Chen Shaoqi said: "You go and tell my father yourself about this matter."

Qin Zhiyong said with a gentle face: "I will go and explain to your father in person. But I still hope that you will tell your father first so that he can be mentally prepared."

Qin Zhiyong walked towards the village without haste.

Chen Shaoqi stared at his back and snorted: "This guy, when he arrived in Chenjiagou, he didn't regard himself as an outsider at all. After learning Tai Chi, he is still so calm. Isn't he afraid of my father losing his temper?"

………………

Chen Shaoqi still told his father Chen Zhengying about Qin Zhiyong learning Taijiquan.

Chen Zhengying was very angry, slapped the table hard, and scolded: "You bastard, the second child. He actually disregarded the group training and passed Tai Chi to outsiders."

Chen Shaoqi whispered: "Father, Qin Zhiyong took out the Taijiquan exchanged with the second uncle's Taizu Changquan."

Chen Zhengying snorted coldly: "Taizu Changquan is just an outsider's boxing, how can it compare with our Chen family's Taiji? Chen's Taiji is an internal family's boxing." Before his death, his master did not pass on the essence of Taijiquan to him. Second, that's right.Master has a good eye, and has long seen that the second child is not a reliable person.

Chen Zhengying was a little fortunate that the second child, Chen Zhengzhou, only learned the basic moves of Tai Chi, but did not learn the essence of Tai Chi.Otherwise, Chen Family Tai Chi might really be learned by outsiders this time.

　Ask for tickets, ask for collections.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)