At dawn, soft light filtered through the carved window lattices of Jiang Zhi's study, casting a faint halo upon rows of pristine medical tomes. Dressed in a plain cheongsam, her long hair tied up, Jiang Zhi exuded a gentle yet resilient demeanor. She gently brushed against the volumes that held millennia of wisdom, her eyes filled with cherishment and anticipation. Some of these tomes, their pages yellowed and brittle, their edges slightly curled, seemed to bear witness to the vicissitudes of time. Others, rare copies meticulously collected over years of searching, were densely covered with the insights and annotations of generations of physicians, truly treasures.
Jiang Zhi deeply understands that medicine is more than just a skill for curing illnesses and saving lives; it is also a cultural legacy, a discipline that must be passed down and carried forward. Having weathered countless trials and tribulations, witnessed countless deaths and separations, she feels a deep sense of responsibility to pass on her mastery of the art. Now that her life has finally settled, she has decided to dedicate herself fully to cultivating a new generation of physicians.
Jiang Zhi painstakingly sought out talented young people with a genuine passion for medicine. She contacted various medical schools and explained her vision, hoping to identify promising candidates from among the vast pool of students. She also leveraged her established connections within the medical community to identify young physicians who demonstrated unique insights and passion in practice. The news immediately caused a stir, and many young people, filled with admiration and dreams for medicine, submitted applications, eager to receive Jiang Zhi's guidance.
After careful selection, Jiang Zhi ultimately selected several young individuals. Some came from remote mountainous areas, having witnessed their fellow villagers suffer from illness due to a lack of medical care and medicine since childhood, and were determined to study medicine to change that situation. Some came from medical families, and were exposed to the art from an early age, developing a strong interest and a solid foundation in the art. Still others, through their diligent study, have shown their potential in the medical field. These young individuals each possess unique characteristics, but they all share one thing in common: a gleaming thirst for knowledge and a vision for the future.
On their first meeting, Jiang Zhi welcomed the young people in her courtyard. The courtyard was ablaze with flowers and lush green grass, with a quaint pavilion nestled within. A stone table was set with exquisite tea sets. Jiang Zhi smiled at the slightly nervous faces before her and said softly, "Don't be shy. Our gathering here today is fate. I hope to share all I've learned with you, and I hope you'll surpass me in the future." As she spoke, she personally poured each of them a cup of fragrant tea, the lingering aroma instantly dispelling the young people's reservedness.
After a brief self-introduction, Jiang Zhi led them into his study. Inside, the bookshelves were filled with various medical tomes, and on the walls hung diagrams of the human meridians and precious medicinal specimens. The air was filled with a faint medicinal aroma. Jiang Zhi walked to the bookshelf, picked up a copy of "Treatise on Febrile and Miscellaneous Diseases," and gently opened it. He said, "This is a classic work of traditional Chinese medicine. The dialectical treatment philosophy it expounds still shines brightly after thousands of years. The path of studying medicine is like sailing against the current; if you don't advance, you will retreat. We all need to start with these classics to lay a solid foundation."
The young people gathered around, their eyes filled with curiosity and awe. One of them, a girl named Su Yao, from a remote mountainous area, carefully touched the pages and asked, "Teacher Jiang, these ancient texts are difficult to understand. How should we begin?" Jiang Zhi looked at her with a smile and patiently explained, "This is indeed a challenge for beginners, but don't be afraid. Read a book a hundred times and its meaning will become clear. Start by reading the original text carefully, understanding it word by word, and then combine it with the annotations of medical practitioners throughout the ages to understand its deeper meaning. At the same time, observe more clinical cases and combine theory with practice. Only then can you truly grasp the essence of the book."
In the days that followed, Jiang Zhi established a rigorous and systematic study plan for these young people. Every morning, before the first rays of sunlight fully illuminated the courtyard, the young people gathered in the study to recite classic medical texts. Their clear and resonant voices echoed throughout the courtyard, as if paying homage to ancient medical wisdom. After the recitation, the theoretical courses began. Jiang Zhi explained the basic theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine, meridian points, and prescription combinations in a simple and accessible manner. She used vivid examples and vivid metaphors to make even the most profound medical concepts accessible.
For example, when explaining the meridians and acupoints, Jiang Zhi picked up a human body model, pointed to the acupoints on it and said: "The meridians are like the transportation network inside the human body, and the acupoints are the key stations on this network. Qi and blood circulate back and forth throughout the body through the meridians, maintaining the normal functioning of the body. When an acupoint is blocked, Qi and blood will not flow smoothly, which will cause various diseases. Just like when the road is blocked, traffic will be paralyzed." The young people listened with utmost interest and wrote down the key points in their notebooks from time to time.
In the afternoon, the sun was warm and gentle, so Jiang Zhi took them to the pharmacy at home. In the pharmacy, the medicine cabinets were filled with all kinds of Chinese medicinal materials, which were dazzling and fragrant. Jiang Zhi introduced the names, effects, properties, flavors, meridians and preparation methods of these herbs one by one. She picked up a herb called Astragalus and said, "Astragalus is slightly warm in nature, sweet in taste, and belongs to the lung and spleen meridians. It has the effects of replenishing qi and raising yang, consolidating the exterior and stopping sweating. However, the method and dosage of using Astragalus are different for different diseases, so everyone needs to judge according to the specific situation of the patient." Then she picked up the angelica next to it, "Angelica, known as the 'holy medicine of gynecology', can not only replenish blood and promote blood circulation, but also regulate menstruation and relieve pain. It is used in many gynecological prescriptions."
During her presentation, Jiang Zhi personally demonstrated the preparation process. She expertly picked up a cutting knife and sliced a piece of raw Rehmannia root into thin slices, explaining, "The effects of Rehmannia root change after processing. Raw Rehmannia root clears heat and cools the blood, while steamed Rehmannia root focuses on nourishing yin and replenishing the blood. The heat, time, and auxiliary ingredients used in the preparation process are all crucial and directly impact the efficacy of the medicinal material." The young people gathered around, watching intently, afraid to miss a single detail. Some of them asked questions, which Jiang Zhi patiently answered one by one.
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