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• 《四庫全書總目提要·卷103 子部·醫家類一》

Source: "Jingui Yaolue Lunzhu" (《金匱要略論注》，also known as "The Essentials of the Golden Chamber with Commentary") is a significant medical text consisting of twenty-four volumes. It was originally written by Zhang Ji, also known as Zhang Zhongjing, a renowned physician from Han dynasty. Zhang Zhongjing was from Nanyang and had a distinguished career, being appointed as Prefect of Changsha during the Jian'an era. The text was later annotated by Xu Bin of the Qing dynasty. Zhang Zhongjing, whose courtesy name was Zhongjing, was known for his extensive medical knowledge and contributions to traditional Chinese medicine. He was appointed to high offices, including the Prefect of Changsha, during the Jian'an period. The original text, also known as "The Golden Chamber and Jade Box Classic" (《金匱玉函经》), was compiled by Wang Shuhe of the Jin dynasty. According to Chen Zhen孙 in his "Shulu Jieti" (《书录解题》), the text was discovered by Wang Su among the damaged books in the imperial library. The book is divided into three parts: the upper volume discusses injury by cold (伤寒), the middle part covers miscellaneous diseases, and the lower part includes medical prescriptions and treatments for women. The current version of the text places the prescriptions after the corresponding symptoms, making it easier to reference. The original text compiled by Wang Shuhe was divided into three volumes, but only the last two volumes were preserved by Wang Su. Later, a third volume of prescriptions was added to the twenty-five chapters, which cover various diseases and dietary restrictions. Despite these alterations, the text has been highly regarded by medical practitioners since the Song dynasty, often considered on par with other classical texts such as the "Suwen" (《素问》) and the "Nanjing" (《难经》). Zhang Zhongjing's other notable work, "Treatise on Cold Damage and Miscellaneous Diseases" (《伤寒卒病论》), has been the subject of numerous commentaries and interpretations since the Jin dynasty. However, the original text has been altered and its structure has become difficult to trace. In contrast, "Jingui Yaolue" has retained much of its original form, making it particularly valuable for understanding Zhang Zhongjing's medical theories. The text is known for its concise and profound language, which can be challenging for modern readers. To address this, Xu Bin provided a clear and detailed commentary in the Kangxi era, specifically in the year Xinhai (1691). Xu Bin, whose courtesy name was Zhongke, was from Jiaxing and a disciple of Yu Chang. His annotations are highly regarded for their clarity and accuracy, making the text more accessible to students and practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine. In summary, "Jingui Yaolue Lunzho" is a seminal work in traditional Chinese medicine, offering valuable insights into the treatment of various diseases and conditions. Its annotated version by Xu Bin has been instrumental in preserving and disseminating Zhang Zhongjing's original teachings. ==References== * 《四庫全書總目提要·卷103 子部·醫家類一》