Pink Floyd và Kinh Dịch — chương 24 (Pink Floyd & the I-Ching)

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"The act of chance and the nature of change as depicted in Chapter 24, Reflects Syd and his peers’ fascination with the I-Ching, which situates us solidly in a period of the 60s when an interest in Eastern religions was percolating over. A syncretic religion was being composed in the parlours of Cambridge and other towns in England at the time. The I-Ching was seen as quite a subversive text because, in a most fundamental way, it threw you open to chance rather than making you submit to dogma (Cavanagh p100)." -Barret (2022)“One night in Mexico, in Manzanillo, I took some acid and I threw the I Ching,” Ken Kesey says in Tom Wolfe's Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test. {See: Photo Insert enclosed}----Barrett, James. "The Psychedelic Self at Play: Re-reading Whimsy in the early music of Pink Floyd." The Routledge Handbook of Pink Floyd. Routledge, 2022. 275-292.----Note:The I Ching, also known as the Book of Changes, is a text that uses hexagrams (a set of six stacked horizontal lines) to provide guidance and insights into various aspects of life, including change, fortune, and the balance between opposites.Here's a breakdown of the lyrics and their connections to the I Ching:1. "All movement is accomplished in six stages": This could refer to the six lines in a hexagram, which represent the stages of change or development.2. "And the seventh brings return": The seventh line in a hexagram often represents a return to the original state or a culmination of the change. It signifies the completion of a cycle.3. "For seven is the number of the young light": Seven is a significant number in the I Ching, often associated with the idea of a new beginning, growth, and light emerging from darkness.4. "It forms when darkness is increased by one": This line suggests that the "young light" (symbolized by seven) emerges when darkness (symbolized by six) is increased by one, indicating a transformation or change from darkness to light.5. "Change returns success": This line emphasizes the idea that change can lead to success, which aligns with the I Ching's focus on understanding and navigating changes in life.6. "Going and coming without error": This may imply that by understanding the principles of change, one can move forward and backward (going and coming) through life's transitions with confidence and without making mistakes.7. "Action brings good fortune": This line suggests that taking action, especially when aligned with the principles of change, can lead to positive outcomes or good fortune.8. "Sunset, sunrise": These lines may symbolize the cyclical nature of life, with sunset representing the end of one phase and sunrise signifying the beginning of another.9. "The time is with the month of winter solstice, When the change is due to come": This line could be referring to a specific moment of change or transition, much like the significance of celestial events like the winter solstice in the I Ching.The lyrics draw inspiration from the concepts and symbolism of the I Ching, highlighting themes of change, cycles, and the interplay between light and darkness. They suggest that understanding and navigating these changes can lead to success and good fortune. Pink Floyd often incorporated philosophical and mystical themes into their lyrics, and this song is no exception."Thunder in the other course of heavenThings cannot be destroyed once and for all"This is from the I Ching. This line suggests a situation where there is a sense of powerful energy or movement ("Thunder") in a different or unexpected direction ("the other course of heaven"). It implies that there may be significant changes or events taking place, but these changes do not lead to permanent destruction. Instead, they might represent a transformation or a shift in circumstances. It encourages adaptability and the understanding that even in times of upheaval, things can eventually stabilize or find a new equilibrium.----"Chapter 24"All movement is accomplished in six stagesAnd the seventh brings returnFor seven is the number of the young lightIt forms when darkness is increased by oneChange returns successGoing and coming without errorAction brings good fortuneSunsetThe time is with the month of winter solsticeWhen the change is due to comeThunder in the other course of heavenThings cannot be destroyed once and for allChange returns successGoing and coming without errorAction brings good fortuneSunset, sunriseAll movement is accomplished in six stagesAnd the seventh brings returnThe seven is the number of the young lightIt forms when darkness is increased by oneChange returns successGoing and coming without errorAction brings good fortuneSunset, sunrise, sunrise, sunrise, sunrise ----Also see:[Terrapin Station Suite][Publius Enigma][Intrepid Trips Productions][Ethnobotany]Povey, Glenn. Echoes: the complete history of Pink Floyd. Mind Head Publishing, 2007.Blake, Mark. Pigs might fly: the inside story of Pink Floyd. Aurum, 2011.Miles, Barry. Pink Floyd: The Early Years. Omnibus Press, 2011.["From their roots in Cambridge to cult status in Sixties London."]Crimson, King, Deep Purple, and Pink Floyd. "The True Colors of Communism." Everything was Forever, Until it was No More: The Last Soviet Generation (2006): 207.Calef, Scott, ed. Led Zeppelin and Philosophy: all will be revealed. Vol. 44. Open Court, 2011.The Death of The American Dreamhttps://archive.org/details/d59edc023af425da6086cb2282ed1610cced7d8aZuZu's Party (1999)https://archive.org/details/funkin_groovin/----Pink Floyd was a British rock band known for their innovative and influential music. Here's a brief overview of their discography:1. The Piper at the Gates of Dawn (1967) - This is Pink Floyd's debut album and features the psychedelic and experimental sound of their early years. Syd Barrett, one of the band's founders, played a key role in this album.2. A Saucerful of Secrets (1968) - This album marked the transition from the Syd Barrett-led era to the more progressive sound of the band. It features both Barrett and David Gilmour.3. More (1969) - This album served as the soundtrack to the film of the same name and showcased a mix of instrumental and song-based tracks.4. Ummagumma (1969) - This is a double album, with one disc featuring live recordings and the other containing individual contributions from each band member.5. Atom Heart Mother (1970) - This album included an extended title track and showcased the band's evolution into a more experimental and progressive style.6. Meddle (1971) - "Echoes," a 23-minute epic, is a highlight of this album, and it marked a further step toward the progressive rock sound for which Pink Floyd is known.7. Obscured by Clouds (1972) - Another soundtrack album, this time for the French film "La Vallée," featuring a mix of instrumental and vocal tracks.8. The Dark Side of the Moon (1973) - One of Pink Floyd's most iconic albums, known for its concept and experimental sound. It's a masterpiece of progressive rock and remained on the charts for an incredible amount of time.9. Wish You Were Here (1975) - This album is dedicated to Syd Barrett and includes the famous title track, as well as the epic "Shine On You Crazy Diamond."10. Animals (1977) - This album takes a more cynical and political tone, with tracks like "Pigs," "Dogs," and "Sheep" reflecting social commentary.11. The Wall (1979) - A rock opera and concept album, "The Wall" is a massive double album that tells a story of isolation and alienation. It features some of Pink Floyd's most iconic tracks, including "Another Brick in the Wall" and "Comfortably Numb."12. The Final Cut (1983) - This album, essentially a Roger Waters solo project, delves into themes of war and loss and is seen as a continuation of the ideas explored in "The Wall."13. A Momentary Lapse of Reason (1987) - This marked the return of Pink Floyd with David Gilmour at the helm and a more mainstream rock sound.14. The Division Bell (1994) - Another album led by David Gilmour, it continued in the same vein as its predecessor, featuring a polished and melodic sound.15. The Endless River (2014) - This posthumous release featured unreleased recordings from the 1990s and was a tribute to the late Richard Wright.

Năm: 2022 Số trang (bản quét): 23 Chủ đề: Pink Floyd · Mysticism · Acid Test · I-Ching (易经) · Ethnomusicology

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Đánh giá

Đây là một chương sách tiếng Anh nằm trong công trình của Barret, xuất bản năm 2022, hiện được xếp vào mục Kinh Dịch trong kho. Nội dung chương bàn về vai trò của Kinh Dịch trong đời sống văn hoá Anh thập niên 1960, cụ thể qua sự quan tâm của Syd Barrett và nhóm bạn cùng thời ở Cambridge, những người coi bói Dịch như một thực hành mở ngỏ trước vận may hơn là một giáo điều. Bản thân điều này không xa lạ với giới nghiên cứu: sau Thế chiến thứ hai, các bản dịch Kinh Dịch sang tiếng Anh — phổ biến nhất là bản của Richard Wilhelm do Cary Baynes chuyển ngữ, và bản của James Legge — đã đưa Dịch vào dòng chảy tâm linh phản văn hoá phương Tây, nơi nó được đọc như một công cụ ngẫu nhiên để tự vấn hơn là một kinh điển Nho gia.

Việc chương sách gắn Kinh Dịch với Pink Floyd và Syd Barrett thuộc mạch hồi ký và phê bình âm nhạc hơn là Hán học. Cần phân biệt rõ: đây không phải một nghiên cứu chuyên sâu về văn bản Dịch, mà là một đơn vị khảo cứu về tiếp nhận. Trích dẫn Cavanagh ở trang 100 và Barret (2022) cho thấy tác giả dựa trên tư liệu thứ cấp; phần dẫn Ken Kesey qua Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test của Tom Wolfe là ví dụ minh hoạ cho bầu không khí thời đại, chứ không phải nguồn Dịch học.

Một chương 23 trang, có ảnh chèn, trong một cuốn sách tiếng Anh năm 2022 — dữ kiện không cho biết nhà xuất bản, tên đầy đủ của Barret, hay chương này thuộc cuốn nào. Cũng không rõ 24 ở đây là số chương hay một quẻ nào đó trong Kinh Dịch, dù cách đặt tựa gợi sự chơi chữ giữa hai nghĩa. Người học muốn tra cứu Kinh Dịch nên tìm các bản dịch và chú giải chuyên biệt; tài liệu này hữu ích như một chứng liệu về cách Dịch được đọc trong văn hoá đại chúng phương Tây, không phải như một nguồn văn bản hay huấn cổ.