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Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching

(en)

2011

1h27m

Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching

Documentary

Overview: As a young missionary, Richard Wilhelm in 1899 to China, which was then exploited by the colonial powers. He lived there revolts against foreigners, the end of the imperial dynasties and the First World War. In these times of turbulent upheavals he was indefatigable in search of the deepest truth that helps people deal with change and able to shape their own lives. Richard Wilhelm baptized not only Chinese, but accomplished one of the largest translation services of the 20th century: Confucius, LAOTSE the most important texts of Daoism and especially the I CHING THE BOOK OF CHANGES. The book also served many readers in the West as inspiration. Wilhelm is still one of the most important mediators of Chinese culture in Europe.

Status: Released

Release date: November 19, 2011

Countries of origin: Switzerland,

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  • Bettina Wilhelm Filmproduktion
  • Triluna Film AG

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