明夷待訪錄 by Zongxi Huang
"明夷待訪錄" by Zongxi Huang is a philosophical text likely written in the late 17th to early 18th century. The work delves into themes concerning governance, ethics, and societal structure, exploring the moral responsibilities of rulers and ministers. It presents a critique of the political conditions of the time and advocates for a return to virtuous leadership and social harmony. The opening of the text introduces a meditative tone as the author reflects
on historical antecedents and the perennial issues of governance and ethics. The narrative begins with philosophical inquiries that question the nature of leadership and self-interest in governance. It discusses historical figures and concepts related to benevolent rulership, contrasting them with contemporary examples, ultimately contemplating the decline of moral authority in leadership. The text sets the stage for a broader discourse on the necessity of ethical governance as a precondition for societal well-being. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Huang, Zongxi, 1610-1695 |
|---|---|
| Title | 明夷待訪錄 |
| Alternate Title | Ming Yi Dai Fang Lu |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waiting_for_the_Dawn_(book) |
| Credits | Produced by Yi-Shin Lu |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | JA: Political science: Political science |
| Subject | Political science -- China -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23855 |
| Release Date | Dec 14, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 155 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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