千字文 by Xingsi Zhou
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| Author | Zhou, Xingsi, -521 |
|---|---|
| Title | 千字文 |
| Alternate Title | Qian Zi Wen |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thousand_Character_Classic |
| Summary | "千字文" by Xingsi Zhou is a classical Chinese literary work written during the early medieval period. This book is a poetic composition that serves as a primer for teaching Chinese characters, encapsulating deep philosophical and moral lessons. The text itself consists of 1,000 unique characters, famously arranged in a manner that emphasizes both form and substance without any repetition, aiming to impart wisdom and ethics. The content of "千字文" covers a wide array of topics, including the natural world, social conduct, moral principles, governance, and the importance of education and virtue. Each couplet presents vivid imagery and profound ideas, reflecting on the universe, human relationships, and the ideal qualities of individuals and rulers. Themes of duty, respect, filial piety, and the cultivation of character permeate the work, making it not just an educational tool for language acquisition but also a rich source of cultural values and philosophical insights that remain relevant throughout Chinese history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | Chinese language -- Readers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23912 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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