The Sayings of Confucius by Confucius
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| Author | Confucius, 552 BCE-480 BCE |
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| Translator | Lyall, Leonard Arthur, 1867- |
| Title | The Sayings of Confucius |
| Note | Reading ease score: 92.9 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Sayings of Confucius" by Confucius is a philosophical text comprised of ethical teachings and ideas, written in the late 5th century BC. The text presents the thoughts and sayings of Confucius, focusing on morality, proper conduct, and the cultivation of virtue in both personal and social spheres. Through its exploration of these timeless principles, the work seeks to guide readers in achieving a harmonious and fulfilling life. At the start of the text, an introduction provides context for Confucius' life, detailing his birth in a politically turbulent China and his pursuit of wisdom through study and teaching. The opening chapters present a series of dialogues and reflections, where Confucius shares insights on various themes such as the importance of learning, the essence of filial piety, and the virtues of honesty and integrity. These passages introduce several key disciples who engage with Confucius, illustrating the interactive nature of his teachings and their relevance to the moral fabric of society. Overall, the beginning reveals Confucius as a wise observer of human behavior, eager to inspire others to live according to the principles of righteousness and benevolence. (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 | Philosophy, Chinese |
| Subject | Confucianism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24055 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 910 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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