說苑, Volume 9-12 by Xiang Liu
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| Author | Liu, Xiang, 78? BCE-7? BCE |
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| Title | 說苑, Volume 9-12 |
| Alternate Title | Shou Yuan, Volume 9-12 |
| Credits | Produced by Nicole Lai |
| Summary | "說苑, Volume 9-12" by Xiang Liu is a collection of philosophical texts and discourses that likely dates back to the early imperial period in China. This work focuses on the moral and ethical responsibilities of rulers and their advisors, emphasizing the significance of loyalty and the dangers of tyranny, while also exploring various anecdotal examples demonstrating the consequences of flawed leadership and the art of effective counsel. The opening of the text introduces various historical figures and their attempts to counsel their rulers, highlighting the complex dynamics between authority and loyalty. Through anecdotes, it illustrates differing perspectives on muzzling dissent versus hearing truthful, albeit uncomfortable, advice. Stories include a ruler's neglect of his kingdom's needs while indulging in personal pleasures and the fatal consequences of disregarding loyal advisors' warnings. The narrative outlines a foundational belief that wise governance relies on the ability to listen to and act upon sound counsel, thereby setting the stage for deeper philosophical discussions throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | China -- History -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7329 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 53 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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