On the Oneness Between Heaven and Man

On the Oneness Between Heaven and Man explores the enduring Chinese philosophical concept of harmony between nature (Heaven) and humanity, tracing its intellectual lineage from Confucius, Mencius, Laozi, and Zhuangzi to its relevance in the modern era of ecological crisis and technological advancement.
Through a richly personal, literary, and interdisciplinary reflection, Zhang Chuting meditates on the ontological, ethical, and cosmological dimensions of “Heaven”, arguing that true human flourishing arises from recognizing nature’s gifts, respecting its rhythms, and living in conscious unity with its principles. Drawing on astronomy, history, education, literature, and music, the work bridges ancient insight with contemporary urgency, offering a uniquely Chinese vision of sustainability, responsibility, and spiritual resonance. It is both a philosophical treatise and a cultural testimony, inviting readers to reconsider the moral foundation of modern civilization through the lens of Heaven-human oneness.