| Author |
Feng, Yan, jin shi 756 |
| Title |
封氏聞見記
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| Alternate Title |
Feng shi wen jian ji
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| Summary |
"封氏聞見記" by yan feng is a historical account likely written during the late Tang dynasty. This work appears to chronicle the development and evolution of various philosophical teachings, particularly emphasizing Taoism and Confucianism. The text delves into the origins of written language in China and the historical context surrounding key figures and events in Chinese history, enriching readers' understanding of these foundational philosophies. The opening of the text introduces the roots of Taoism, tracing its origins from the legendary Yellow Emperor to Laozi, and explores the contrasting prominence of Confucianism during different periods of imperial China. It highlights significant historical events, such as the re-emergence of Taoism under certain emperors and the construction of temples, thus painting a picture of the philosophical and religious landscape of the time. Furthermore, the narrative also touches upon the development of written language, illustrating the interplay between culture and language in shaping Chinese civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Chinese |
| LoC Class |
AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets
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| Subject |
China -- History -- Tang dynasty, 618-907 -- Sources
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
27207 |
| Release Date |
Nov 9, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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