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The 'Shu King,' or 'Book of Documents,' is a seminal work in the canon of Chinese literature that encapsulates the political philosophy and moral teachings of ancient China. Written during the Zhou Dynasty, this collection of historical documents, speeches, and proclamations offers profound insights into governance, ethics, and the principles of virtue. Confucius's literary style is characterized by clarity and conciseness, often using aphorisms and dialogues to convey complex ideas. The text serves not only as a historical record but also as a reflection on the moral responsibilities of leaders and the need for harmony within society, embodying the Confucian values of righteousness and benevolence amidst the turbulence of its time. Confucius, known as Kong Fuzi, was a philosopher and educator whose teachings influenced generations in East Asia. His intellectual journey was heavily shaped by the societal upheavals he witnessed, leading him to advocate for a return to traditional virtues and ethical governance. His efforts in compiling and interpreting various texts, including the 'Shu King', reveal his belief in the transformative power of education and self-cultivation. Through his philosophical inquiries, Confucius sought to provide a foundation for social order that continues to resonate in contemporary discourse. For readers seeking a deeper understanding of the ethical and political frameworks that have shaped Chinese civilization, the 'Shu King' is an indispensable text. It challenges contemporary audiences to reflect on the principles of leadership, responsibility, and morality, making it relevant even in the modern era. Embrace this classic to gain insight into the philosophical underpinnings of governance that have endured across millennia.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length10 hrs 4 mins
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Publish dateNov 21, 2023
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Table of contents
1Shu King: The Book of Documents
29BOOK III. THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE WAR.
2PREFACE.
30BOOK IV. THE GREAT PLAN.
3CHAPTER I. THE NATURE AND HISTORY OF THE SHÛ.
31BOOK V. THE HOUNDS OF LÜ.
4CHAPTER II THE CREDIBILITY OF THE RECORDS IN THE SHÛ
32BOOK VI. THE METAL-BOUND COFFER.
5CHAPTER III. ON THE CHRONOLOGY OF CHINA, AND THE PRINCIPAL ERAS IN THE SHÛ.
33BOOK VII. THE GREAT ANNOUNCEMENT.
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6A CHART BY REV. PROFESSOR PRITCHARD
34BOOK VIII. THE CHARGE TO THE COUNT OF WEI.
7THE CANON OF YÂO.
35BOOK IX. THE ANNOUNCEMENT TO THE PRINCE OF KHANG.
8BOOK I. THE CANON OF SHUN.
36BOOK X. THE ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT DRUNKENNESS.
9BOOK II. THE COUNSELS OF THE GREAT YÜ.
37BOOK XI. THE TIMBER OF THE ROTTLERA.
10BOOK III. THE COUNSELS OF KÂO-YÂO.
38BOOK XII. THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE DUKE OF SHÂO.
11BOOK IV. THE YÎ AND KÎ.
39BOOK XIII. THE ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING LO.
12BOOK I. THE TRIBUTE OF YÜ.
40BOOK XIV. THE NUMEROUS OFFICERS.
13BOOK II. THE SPEECH AT KAN.
41BOOK XV. AGAINST LUXURIOUS EASE.
14BOOK III. THE SONGS OF THE FIVE SONS.
42BOOK XVI. THE PRINCE SHIH.
15BOOK IV. THE PUNITIVE EXPEDITION OF YIN.
43BOOK XVII. THE CHARGE TO KUNG OF ȜHÂI
16BOOK I. THE SPEECH OF THANG.
44BOOK XVIII. THE NUMEROUS REGIONS.
17BOOK II. THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF KUNG-HUI
45BOOK XIX. THE ESTABLISHMENT OF GOVERNMENT.
18BOOK III. THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THANG.
46BOOK XX. THE OFFICERS OF KÂU.
19BOOK IV. THE INSTRUCTIONS OF Î
47BOOK XXI. THE KÜN-KHĂN.
20BOOK V. THE THÂI KIÂ.
48BOOK XXII. THE TESTAMENTARY CHARGE.
21BOOK VI. THE COMMON POSSESSION OF PURE VIRTUE.
49BOOK XXIII. THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF KING KHANG.
22BOOK VII. THE PAN-KĂNG.
50BOOK XXIV. THE CHARGE TO THE DUKE OF PÎ.
23BOOK VIII. THE CHARGE TO YÜEH.
51BOOK XXV. THE KÜN-YÂ.
24BOOK IX. THE DAY OF THE SUPPLEMENTARY SACRIFICE TO KÂO ȜUNG.
52BOOK XXVI. THE CHARGE TO KHIUNG.
25BOOK X. THE CHIEF OF THE WEST'S CONQUEST OF LÎ.
53BOOK XXVII. THE MARQUIS OF LÜ ON PUNISHMENTS.
26BOOK XI. THE COUNT OF WEI.
54BOOK XXVIII. THE CHARGE TO THE MARQUIS WĂN.
27BOOK I. THE GREAT DECLARATION.
55BOOK XXIX. THE SPEECH AT PÎ.
28BOOK II. THE SPEECH AT MÛ.
56BOOK XXX. THE SPEECH OF (THE MARQUIS OF) KHIN.
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