菜根譚 by active 1596 Zicheng Hong
"菜根譚" by Hong Zicheng is a collection of aphorisms written around 1590 during the Ming Dynasty. This philosophical work blends Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism to offer practical wisdom on self-cultivation, social relations, and living well. Through parallel prose and memorable metaphors, Hong addresses themes of integrity, retirement, and navigating a corrupt society. The text counsels moderation, self-awareness, and finding contentment in simple living, offering timeless lessons comparable to Marcus Aurelius' "Meditations" or
La Rochefoucauld's "Maximes." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hong, Zicheng, active 1596 |
|---|---|
| Title | 菜根譚 |
| Alternate Title | Cai Gen Tan |
| Alternate Title | 菜根谭 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caigentan |
| Credits | Produced by Kai Hong Fang |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Conduct of life |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24050 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 494 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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