Delphi Collected Works of Confucius - Four Books and Five Classics of Confucianism (Illustrated)
Delphi Collected Works of Confucius - Four Books and Five Classics of Confucianism (Illustrated)

Author: Confucius

Publisher: Delphi Classics

Published: 2016-08-29

Total Pages: 3298

ISBN-13: 1786560526

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The philosophy of Confucius emphasises personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice and sincerity, which were developed into a system known as Confucianism. Confucius is traditionally credited with having authored or edited many of the Chinese classic texts including all of the Five Classics. This comprehensive eBook presents the Four Books and Five Classics of Confucianism, with numerous illustrations, rare texts appearing in digital print for the first time, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Confucius and the Chinese Classics * Concise introductions to the texts * Features James Legge's seminal translations * All Four Books and Five Classics of Confucianism * Includes multiple translations of the ANALECTS, including a special dual text * Excellent formatting of the texts * Includes the legendary I CHING divination text * Features three biographies - discover Confucius’ ancient world * Scholarly ordering of texts into literary genres Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles CONTENTS: The Four Books GREAT LEARNING DOCTRINE OF THE MEAN ANALECTS MENCIUS The Five Classics CLASSIC OF POETRY BOOK OF DOCUMENTS BOOK OF RITES I CHING SPRING AND AUTUMN ANNALS The Biographies THE LIFE AND TEACHINGS OF CONFUCIUS by James Legge THE LIFE, LABOURS AND DOCTRINES OF CONFUCIUS by Edward Harper Parker BRIEF BIOGRAPHY: CONFUCIUS Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks

The Five Classics
The Five Classics

Author: Confucius,

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2023-11-27

Total Pages: 854

ISBN-13:

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The Five Classics are five pre-Qin Chinese books that form part of the traditional Confucian canon. During the Western Han dynasty, which adopted Confucianism as its official ideology, these texts became part of the state-sponsored curriculum. It was during this period that the texts first began to be considered together as a set collection, and to be called collectively the "Five Classics". I Ching - The book contains a divination system comparable to Western geomancy or the West African Ifá system. In Western cultures and modern East Asia, it is still widely used for this purpose. Shu King - A collection of documents and speeches alleged to have been written by rulers and officials of the early Zhou period and before. It is possibly the oldest Chinese narrative, and may date from the 6th century BC. It includes examples of early Chinese prose. The Shih King - A collection of 305 poems divided into 160 folk songs, 105 festal songs sung at court ceremonies, and 40 hymns and eulogies sung at sacrifices to heroes and ancestral spirits of the royal house. The Li Ki - Describes ancient rites, social forms and court ceremonies. The version studied today is a re-worked version compiled by scholars in the third century BC rather than the original text, which is said to have been edited by Confucius himself. Spring and Autumn Annals - A historical record of the State of Lu, Confucius's native state, 722–481 BC.

The Four Books of Confucianism
The Four Books of Confucianism

Author: Confucius

Publisher:

Published: 2021-07-08

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13:

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This Animus Classics edition compiles the foundational texts of Confucianism: The Four Books. Included are the following works, complete and unabridged: The Great Learning, The Doctrine of the Mean, The Confucian Analects and The Works of Mencius. Throughout Chinese history, these books have served as the basis for higher learning and as the best illustration of the thought of the great sage Confucius (551-479 BC). The translations are by James Legge (1815-1897).

Delphi Collected Works of Sir Isaac Newton (Illustrated)
Delphi Collected Works of Sir Isaac Newton (Illustrated)

Author: Sir Isaac Newton

Publisher: Delphi Classics

Published: 2016-05-03

Total Pages: 1808

ISBN-13: 1786560151

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English physicist and mathematician, Sir Isaac Newton is widely regarded as one of the most influential scientists of all time. Newton’s book ‘Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica’ laid the foundations for classical mechanics and ‘Optiks’ made seminal contributions to modern physical optics. This comprehensive eBook presents Newton’s collected works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Newton’s life and works * New introductions, specially written for this collection, by Professor Kenneth Richard Seddon, OBE (QUILL, The Queen’s University of Belfast) * Images of how the books were first published, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * Key works are fully illustrated with their original diagrams * Features three biographies - discover Newton’s intriguing life * Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and genres Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles CONTENTS: Scientific Works PHILOSOPHIÆ NATURALIS PRINCIPIA MATHEMATICA THE MATHEMATICAL PRINCIPLES OF NATURAL PHILOSOPHY (MOTTE TRANSLATION) OPTICKS Theological Works THE CHRONOLOGY OF ANCIENT KINGDOMS AMENDED OBSERVATIONS ON DANIEL AND THE APOCALYPSE OF ST. JOHN AN HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF TWO NOTABLE CORRUPTIONS OF SCRIPTURE The Biographies MEMOIRS OF SIR ISAAC NEWTON’S LIFE by William Stukeley SIR ISAAC NEWTON by Sarah K. Bolton SIR ISAAC NEWTON by Henry Martyn Taylor Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks

The Four Books of Confucianism (Bilingual Edition: English/Chinese)
The Four Books of Confucianism (Bilingual Edition: English/Chinese)

Author: Anonymous

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-12-22

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13:

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The Four Books of Confucianism (Bilingual Edition: English/Chinese) represents a foundational cornerstone in the study of Confucian philosophy, offering readers a diverse and profound exploration of East Asian moral and philosophical thought. This collection embodies the rich tapestry of Confucian teachings, covering an array of themes from ethics, politics, to personal development, and embracing a variety of literary styles from dialogue to essay. The significance of these works extends beyond their historical and cultural context, providing timeless insight into the human condition and societal governance. The inclusion of both English and Chinese texts opens a gateway to comparative literary analysis and deeper understanding. The editors have meticulously compiled teachings from anonymous disciples alongside works by Mencius, one of Confucianisms most influential figures, ensuring a comprehensive coverage of Confucian philosophy. The collection reflects the breadth of the Confucian intellectual tradition, rooted in the Zhou Dynasty and evolving through centuries of Chinese history. It engages with several key periods in the development of Chinese thought, from the Warring States period to the Han Dynasty, inviting readers to explore the interconnectedness of ideas across time. This bilingual edition offers a unique opportunity for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of philosophy and literature to immerse themselves in the depths of Confucian thought. It promotes an unparalleled educational journey through the landscape of one of the world's oldest philosophical traditions. Readers are encouraged to delve into this collection not just for its historical significance, but for the wealth of wisdom and insight into ethics, leadership, and personal fulfillment that it provides. The dialogue between the ancient texts and contemporary readers facilitated by this edition fosters a deeper appreciation of the enduring relevance of Confucian philosophy.

The Analects of Confucius
The Analects of Confucius

Author: Confucius

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2015-12-29

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781522968276

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The Analects of Confucius A Collection of Sayings and Ideas Attributed to the Chinese Philosopher The Chinese Classics By Confucius Translated by James Legge During most of the Han period the Analects was not considered one of the principal texts of Confucianism. During the reign of Han Wudi (141-87 BC), when the Chinese government began promoting Confucian studies, only the Five Classics were considered by the government to be canonical (jing), considered so because Confucius was assumed to have partially written, edited, and/or transmitted them. The Analects was considered secondary as it was thought to be merely a collection of Confucius' oral "commentary" (zhuan) on the Five Classics. The political importance and popularity of Confucius and Confucianism grew throughout the Han dynasty, and by the Eastern Han the Analects was widely read by schoolchildren and anyone aspiring to literacy, and often read before the Five Classics themselves. During the Eastern Han, the heir apparent was provided a tutor specifically to teach him the Analects. The growing importance of the Analects was recognized when the Five Classics was expanded to the "Seven Classics": the Five Classics plus the Analects and the Classic of Filial Piety, and its status as one of the central texts of Confucianism continued to grow until the late Song dynasty (960-1279), when it was identified and promoted as one of the Four Books by Zhu Xi and generally accepted as being more insightful than the older Five Classics.

Confucius
Confucius

Author: Sam Karthik

Publisher: Skmlifestyle.com

Published: 2022-11-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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Confucius (551 BC - 479 BC), the founder of the Confucian school, was a great thinker and educator in the late Spring and Autumn Period (春秋). During the Han Dynasty (汉朝), Dong Zhongshu proposed to the Emperor Wu of Han (汉武帝) to dismiss 100 schools of thoughts and respect Confucianism alone. As a result, Confucianism became the mainstream philosophy. Confucianism had a unique advantage in advancing the governance of the classical society. No wonder, among the emperors of all dynasties, Confucius was revered as the "most holy priest". In fact, the Confucian school has influenced Chinese classical society for over 2000 years. To this day, Chinese people still cherish Confucius' writings. The current book volume, Confucius: Four Books & Five Classics, is a Chinese reading practice book. It would introduce you to the numerous important dimensions of Confucian philosophy, including famous Four Books and Five Classics (四书五经). These literature masterpieces, written before 300 BC, are the authoritative books of Confucianism in China. The newest volume in the Introduction to Chinese Culture Series (中华文化入门) includes both the Chinese text (simplified characters) and pinyin Romanization. With about 1000 unique Chinese characters, the volume would be suitable for the beginners, lower intermediate and advanced level Chinese language learners (HSK 1-6). Overall, the reading series offers you a variety of elementary level books (Level 1/2/3) to learn Chinese culture as well as practice Chinese reading fast. The book has 13 chapters in the following order: Chapter 1: Confucius (第一章：孔子) Chapter 2: Confucianism (第二章：儒家) Chapter Three: The Four Books and Five Classics (第三章：四书五经) Chapter 4: The University/Great Learning (第四章：《大学》) Chapter 5: The Golden Mean/Doctrine of the Mean (第五章：《中庸》) Chapter 6: The Analects of Confucius (第六章：《论语》) Chapter 7: Mencius (第七章：《孟子》) Chapter 8: The Five Classics (第八章：五经) Chapter 9: The Book of Songs/Classic of Poetry (第九章：《诗经》) Chapter 10: The Book of Shang/Book of Documents (第十章：《尚书》) Chapter 11: The Classic of Rites/Book of Rites (第十一章：《礼记》) Chapter 12: Book of Changes/Zhouyi (第十二章：《周易》) Chapter 13: The Spring and Autumn Annals (第十三章：《春秋》)

The Complete Confucius: the Analects, the Doctrine of the Mean, and the Great Learning with an Introduction by Nicholas Tamblyn
The Complete Confucius: the Analects, the Doctrine of the Mean, and the Great Learning with an Introduction by Nicholas Tamblyn

Author: Nicholas Tamblyn

Publisher:

Published: 2016-12-09

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 9781519096937

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Confucius is one of our very best thinkers, a model for living a self-aware and virtuous life. "The Complete Confucius: The Analects, The Doctrine Of The Mean, And The Great Learning," brings together the most important Confucian texts with an introduction by Nicholas Tamblyn, and is part of The Essential Series by Golding Books. Confucius lived from 551-479 BC. The principles he espoused largely reflected the values and traditions in China at the time. Rather than create a formal theory, Confucius desired that his disciples study, learning and mastering the classic older texts, and affirmed that the superior person seeks and loves learning for the sake of learning, and righteousness for the sake of righteousness.

The Great Learning
The Great Learning

Author: Confucius

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016-01-07

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 9781523294725

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The Great Learning One of the "Four Books" in Confucianism Confucius Translated by James Legg The Great Learning was one of the "Four Books" in Confucianism. The Great Learning had come from a chapter in the Classic of Rites which formed one of the Five Classics. It consists of a short main text attributed to the teachings of Confucius and then ten commentary chapters accredited to one of Confucius' disciples, Zengzi. The ideals of the book were supposedly Confucius's; however the text was written after his death. The "Four Books" were selected by the neo-Confucian Zhu Xi during the Song Dynasty as a foundational introduction to Confucianism and examinations for the state civil service in China came to follow his lead. The text sets up a number of controversies that have underlain Chinese philosophy and political thinking. For example, one major controversy has been to define exactly the investigation of things. What things are to be investigated and how has been one of the crucial issues of Chinese philosophy. One of the first steps to understanding The Great Learning is to understand how to "investigate things." This did not consist of scientific inquiry and experimentation, but introspection, building on what is already "known" of "principle." True introspection was supposed to allow the mind to become all knowing with regards to morality, relationships, civic duty and nature.