Heaven and Earth (Tian Di) is Chapter 12 of the Outer Chapters of Zhuangzi. This wide‑ranging text discusses cosmic order, ideal governance, human nature, tools, desire and the danger of over‑civilization.
This commentary on Zhuangzi’s Qi Wu Lun explores ending conflict and inner anxiety. It expounds relative judgments, the unity of all things, and iconic fables such as the butterfly dream, advocating transcendence over biased human distinctions.
Wang Ni was a worthy man from the time of Emperor Yao, and he was the disciple of Bei Yi. Nie Que studied under Wang Ni and asked him about the Dao.