I have practiced Taiji for 20 years including time spent with persons in China who are commonly acknowledged as the most skilled in the world. They do not “explain the truths” but instead “tell you where to look”. Literature and teaching are focused on the (relatively) superficial methods which are sufficient to shape an individual’s own pursuit. There are hints about “practice and you will find more” but no specifics. In fact, teachers are careful not to excessively shape a student’s experiences.
I think this illustrates the points you made in a very long context.
Knowledge and Being. What unites them? How are they in opposition? The more you know the less you are; the more you are the less you know. We have childish scholars and ignorant heroes.
I have practiced Taiji for 20 years including time spent with persons in China who are commonly acknowledged as the most skilled in the world. They do not “explain the truths” but instead “tell you where to look”. Literature and teaching are focused on the (relatively) superficial methods which are sufficient to shape an individual’s own pursuit. There are hints about “practice and you will find more” but no specifics. In fact, teachers are careful not to excessively shape a student’s experiences.
I think this illustrates the points you made in a very long context.
Knowledge and Being. What unites them? How are they in opposition? The more you know the less you are; the more you are the less you know. We have childish scholars and ignorant heroes.