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Title: 新序
Alternate Title: Xin Xu
Summary: "新序" by Xiang Liu is a historical text written in the early 1st millennium. The work delves into the virtues of filial piety and loyalty through a series of anecdotes about various historical figures, illustrating moral and ethical lessons relevant to governance and personal conduct in ancient Chinese society. At the start of the book, the author recounts stories that emphasize the importance of filial piety, loyalty, and the wise governance of rulers. The opening mentions the legendary Emperor Shun, who despite facing hostility from his family, exemplifies unwavering devotion to his parents. The text illustrates how such virtues are essential in politics and leadership, showing the consequences of both moral failures and successes in historical contexts. Through these narratives, readers are urged to reflect on the role of ethical conduct in the stability and welfare of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Liu, Xiang, 78? BCE-7? BCE
EBook No.: 23945
Published: Dec 21, 2007
Downloads: 47
Language: Chinese
Subject: China -- History -- Anecdotes
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: 新序
Alternate Title: Xin Xu
Summary: "新序" by Xiang Liu is a historical text written in the early 1st millennium. The work delves into the virtues of filial piety and loyalty through a series of anecdotes about various historical figures, illustrating moral and ethical lessons relevant to governance and personal conduct in ancient Chinese society. At the start of the book, the author recounts stories that emphasize the importance of filial piety, loyalty, and the wise governance of rulers. The opening mentions the legendary Emperor Shun, who despite facing hostility from his family, exemplifies unwavering devotion to his parents. The text illustrates how such virtues are essential in politics and leadership, showing the consequences of both moral failures and successes in historical contexts. Through these narratives, readers are urged to reflect on the role of ethical conduct in the stability and welfare of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Liu, Xiang, 78? BCE-7? BCE
EBook No.: 23945
Published: Dec 21, 2007
Downloads: 47
Language: Chinese
Subject: China -- History -- Anecdotes
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.