The Wisdom of Confucius by Confucius

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Author Confucius, 552 BCE-480 BCE
Contributor Wilson, Epiphanius, 1845-1916
Translator Jennings, William, 1847-1927
Uniform Title Lun yü. Selections. English
Title The Wisdom of Confucius
with Critical and Biographical Sketches
Note Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Wisdom of Confucius" by Confucius is a philosophical treatise written in ancient China around the 5th century BC. This work serves as a compilation of Confucius's teachings, focusing on ethics, morality, political philosophy, and personal conduct, which have significantly influenced Eastern thought and culture. Central to the text is Confucius himself, who is depicted as a guiding figure advocating for virtue, proper governance, and the importance of education and self-reflection for individuals. At the start of the text, we are introduced to the outline of Confucius's teachings, emphasizing the significance of learning and practicing knowledge, the necessity of filial piety, and the virtues of a good ruler. The opening portion showcases various sayings attributed to Confucius and his disciples, highlighting the importance of attitude, conduct, and moral duties towards family and society. Confucius reflects on the principles that govern human relationships and the foundational qualities needed for personal growth and effective leadership, setting the stage for further exploration of his wisdom throughout the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
LoC Class PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Subject Ethics -- China
Subject Philosophy, Chinese
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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