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In this video author Derek Lin explores the symbolic meanings assigned to the left and right sides based on the orientation of a ruler facing south, a tradition rooted in ancient Chinese cosmology and Daoist philosophy. The discussion centers on how these orientations relate to concepts of life, auspiciousness, death, and inauspiciousness, drawing from historical, cultural, and natural cycles. Key Concepts and Symbolism - Central Orientation: - The ruler always faces south; this orientation is the foundational constant. - Facing south, the left side corresponds to the east, and the right side corresponds to the west. - Left Side (East, Yang, Auspicious): - Symbolizes life, growth, harmony, and beginnings. - Associated with the rising sun (sunrise), representing the start of the day and the auspicious beginning of life and time. - Connected to spring, the start of the agricultural year, reflecting an agrarian civilization's focus on birth and renewal. - The metaphor of the "plain piece of wood" (pi) symbolizes the newborn's unlimited potential, emphasizing life's auspicious and formative nature. - Emphasizes peace and harmony within the home, the "castle" offering protection and nurturing. - Ancient advice: "Value the left at home" underscores the importance of peace and stability. - Right Side (West, Yin, Inauspicious): - Symbolizes death, endings, decline, and inauspiciousness. - Associated with the setting sun (sunset), marking the end of the day. - Connected to winter, the end of the agricultural cycle when nature becomes dormant. - Represents the end of life and physical existence, as well as metaphorical endings such as the termination of relationships, businesses, or marriages. - In modern Mandarin, the right side (yin) is linked with the world of the deceased and the afterlife. - Associated with violence and warfare, which cause massive death and suffering. - Ancient advice: "When deploying the military, value the right" acknowledges the destructive power and inauspicious nature of war. Derek presents a rich, ancient worldview where spatial orientation (left/right) is deeply connected to cosmic and human cycles. The left side (east, yang) represents life, renewal, and harmony, while the right side (west, yin) signifies death, endings, and destruction. This duality informs not only natural phenomena but also social and moral values, influencing everything from agricultural timing to military strategy in ancient Chinese tradition. The consistent south-facing orientation of the ruler anchors this symbology, offering a clear framework to interpret the auspicious and inauspicious aspects of life and death. This video is excerpted from author Derek Lin's talk on Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching Chapter 31 "Value the Left" (貴左章) Part 2 https://youtu.be/UMmaUerr0fk ——————————————————— The videos on the "Tao Talks with Derek Lin" YouTube channel are recorded from live-streamed broadcasts. If you are interested in joining the live-stream broadcasts, please read how to access them at https://taoism.net/tao-meeting/ Derek Lin is the author of "Tao Te Ching: Annotated & Explained," which is the source text used for "Tao Talks with Derek Lin." Derek's other books include "The Tao of Tranquility," "The Tao of Wisdom," "The Tao of Daily Life,” “The Tao of Success,” “The Tao of Joy Every Day," and "The Tao of Happiness." Derek's books are available on Amazon.com in multiple formats. His audiobooks are available on Audible.com. Below are direct Amazon.com links. Be sure to share with those who may be open to Tao wisdom. Amazon reviews are always appreciated too. * Tao Te Ching: Annotated & Explained http://amzn.to/2m02hO6 * The Tao of Tranquility https://amzn.to/3BXrzQq * The Tao of Wisdom https://amzn.to/3a2vyzg * The Tao of Daily Life http://amzn.to/2mjPjLT * The Tao of Success http://amzn.to/2ljNhf3 * The Tao of Joy Every Day http://amzn.to/2lz8Fsc * The Tao of Happiness http://amzn.to/2myyAVK * Derek's Amazon author page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Derek-Lin/author/B001JP7SFU

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