The Wisdom of Confucius with Critical and Biographical Sketches
Ancient Chinese Wisdom and Ethical Teachings for Modern ReadersBy Confucius
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The Wisdom of Confucius with Critical and Biographical Sketches is a profound compilation that distills the essential teachings of Confucius, woven intricately with critical analyses and biographical sketches that contextualize his life and philosophy. Utilizing a style that juxtaposes ancient aphorisms with contemporary reflections, this work illuminates the ethical and moral framework that underpins Confucian thought. The text navigates through themes of virtue, filial piety, and social harmony, making it an essential read for those interested in Eastern philosophy, ethics, and cultural studies. Confucius, a seminal figure in Chinese history, lived during a transformative period marked by social upheaval and a quest for stability. His teachings emerged from a deep commitment to restoring moral order in society, reflecting his personal experiences as a teacher and philosopher. These insights are not merely academic; they arise from a profound understanding of human nature and the complexities of social relationships that still resonate today. This compelling collection is essential for scholars and casual readers alike, offering a window into the philosophical traditions that have shaped East Asian thought. The blend of critical examination and engaging prose invites readers to not only learn about Confucius's ideas but to apply them in their own lives, making it both a scholarly resource and an inspirational guide.
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Publish dateNov 19, 2019
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Table of contents
1BOOK II
86BOOK X
2Good Government—Filial Piety—The Superior Man: Footnotes
87The Odes of T‘ang
3BOOK III
88THE KING GOES TO WAR
4Abuse of Proprieties in Ceremonial and Music: Footnotes
89LAMENT OF A BEREAVED PERSON
5BOOK IV: Social Virtue—Superior and Inferior Man
90THE DRAWBACKS OF POVERTY
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6BOOK V
91A WIFE MOURNS FOR HER HUSBAND
7A Disciple and the Golden Rule—Miscellaneous: Footnotes
92BOOK XI
8BOOK VI
93The Odes of Ts‘in
9More Characteristics—Wisdom—Philanthropy: Footnotes
94CELEBRATING THE OPULENCE OF THE LORDS OF TS‘IN
10BOOK VII
95A COMPLAINT
11Characteristics of Confucius—An Incident: Footnotes
96A WIFE'S GRIEF BECAUSE OF HER HUSBAND'S ABSENCE
12BOOK VIII
97LAMENT FOR THREE BROTHERS
13Sayings of Tsang—Sentences of the Master: Footnote
98IN PRAISE OF A RULER OF TS‘IN
14BOOK IX
99THE GENEROUS NEPHEW
15His Favorite Disciple's Opinion of Him: Footnote
100BOOK XII
16BOOK X
101The Odes of Ch‘in
17Confucius in Private and Official Life: Footnotes
102THE CONTENTMENT OF A POOR RECLUSE
18BOOK XI
103THE DISAPPOINTED LOVER
19Comparative Worth of His Disciples: Footnotes
104A LOVE-SONG
20BOOK XII
105THE LAMENT OF A LOVER
21The Master's Answers—Philanthropy—Friendships: Footnote
106BOOK XIII
22BOOK XIII: Answers on the Art of Governing—Consistency
107The Odes of Kwei
23BOOK XIV
108THE WISH OF AN UNHAPPY MAN
24Good and Bad Government—Miscellaneous Sayings: Footnotes
109BOOK XIV
25BOOK XV: Practical Wisdom—Reciprocity the Rule of Life
110The Odes of Ts‘aou
26BOOK XVI: Against Intestine Strife—Good and Bad Friendships
111AGAINST FRIVOLOUS PURSUITS
27BOOK XVII
112BOOK XV
28The Master Induced to Take Office—Nature and Habit: Footnote
113The Odes of Pin
29BOOK XVIII
114THE DUKE OF CHOW TELLS OF HIS SOLDIERS
30Good Men in Seclusion—Duke of Chow to His Son: Footnotes
115THERE IS A PROPER WAY FOR DOING EVERYTHING
31BOOK XIX: Teachings of Various Chief Disciples
116PART II.—MINOR ODES OF THE KINGDOM
32BOOK XX: Extracts from the Book of History
117BOOK I
33THE SAYINGS OF MENCIUS
118Decade of Luh Ming
34[Translated into English by James Legge]
119A FESTAL ODE
35INTRODUCTION
120A FESTAL ODE COMPLIMENTING AN OFFICER
36BOOK I
121THE VALUE OF FRIENDSHIP
37King Hwuy of Lëang
122THE RESPONSE TO A FESTAL ODE
38PART I
123AN ODE OF CONGRATULATION
39LAMENTING THE ABSENCE OF A CHERISHED FRIEND
124AN ODE ON THE RETURN OF THE TROOPS
40CELEBRATING THE GOODNESS OF THE DESCENDANTS OF KING WAN
125BOOK II
41THE VIRTUOUS MANNERS OF THE YOUNG WOMEN
126The Decade of Pih H'wa
42PRAISE OF A RABBIT-CATCHER
127AN ODE APPROPRIATE TO A FESTIVITY
43THE SONG OF THE PLANTAIN-GATHERERS
128BOOK III
44THE AFFECTION OF THE WIVES ON THE JOO
129The Decade of T‘ung Kung
45BOOK II
130CELEBRATING A HUNTING EXPEDITION
46The Odes of Shaou and the South
131THE KING'S ANXIETY FOR HIS MORNING LEVÉE
47THE MARRIAGE OF A PRINCESS
132MORAL LESSONS FROM NATURAL FACTS
48THE INDUSTRY AND REVERENCE OF A PRINCE'S WIFE
133BOOK IV
49THE WIFE OF SOME GREAT OFFICER BEWAILS HIS ABSENCE
134The Decade of K‘e-foo
50THE DILIGENCE OF THE YOUNG WIFE OF AN OFFICER
135ON THE COMPLETION OF A ROYAL PALACE
51THE LOVE OF THE PEOPLE FOR THE DUKE OF SHAOU
136THE CONDITION OF KING SEUEN'S FLOCKS
52THE EASY DIGNITY OF THE OFFICERS AT SOME COURT
137BOOK V
53ANXIETY OF A YOUNG LADY TO GET MARRIED
138The Decade of Seaou Min
54BOOK III
139A EUNUCH COMPLAINS OF HIS FATE
55The Odes of P‘ei
140AN OFFICER DEPLORES THE MISERY OF THE TIME
56AN OFFICER BEWAILS THE NEGLECT WITH WHICH HE IS TREATED
141ON THE ALIENATION OF A FRIEND
57A WIFE DEPLORES THE ABSENCE OF HER HUSBAND
142BOOK VI
58THE PLAINT OF A REJECTED WIFE
143The Decade of Pih Shan
59SOLDIERS OF WEI BEWAIL SEPARATION FROM THEIR FAMILIES
144A PICTURE OF HUSBANDRY
60AN OFFICER TELLS OF HIS MEAN EMPLOYMENT
145THE COMPLAINT OF AN OFFICER
61AN OFFICER SETS FORTH HIS HARD LOT
146BOOK VII
62THE COMPLAINT OF A NEGLECTED WIFE
147Decade of Sang Hoo
63IN PRAISE OF A MAIDEN
148THE REJOICINGS OF A BRIDEGROOM
64DISCONTENT
149AGAINST LISTENING TO SLANDERERS
65CHWANG KEANG BEMOANS HER HUSBAND'S CRUELTY
150BOOK VIII
66[Selections from Books IV, V, and VI have been omitted.]
151The Decade of Too Jin Sze
67BOOK VII
152IN PRAISE OF BY-GONE SIMPLICITY
68The Odes of Ch‘ing
153A WIFE BEMOANS HER HUSBAND'S ABSENCE
69THE PEOPLE'S ADMIRATION FOR DUKE WOO
154THE EARL OF SHAOU'S WORK
70A WIFE CONSOLED BY HER HUSBAND'S ARRIVAL
155THE PLAINT OF KING YEW'S FORSAKEN WIFE
71IN PRAISE OF SOME LADY
156HOSPITALITY
72A MAN'S PRAISE OF HIS WIFE
157ON THE MISERY OF SOLDIERS
73AN ENTREATY
158PART III.—GREATER ODES OF THE KINGDOM
74A WOMAN SCORNING HER LOVER
159BOOK I
75A LADY MOURNS THE ABSENCE OF HER STUDENT LOVER
160Decade of King Wan
76BOOK VIII
161CELEBRATING KING WAN
77The Odes of Ts‘e
162[Selections from Book II are omitted.]
78A WIFE URGING HER HUSBAND TO ACTION
163BOOK III
79THE FOLLY OF USELESS EFFORT
164Decade of Tang
80THE PRINCE OF LOO
165KING SEUEN ON THE OCCASION OF A GREAT DROUGHT
81BOOK IX
166PART IV.—ODES OF THE TEMPLE AND ALTAR
82The Odes of Wei
167BOOK I
83ON THE MISGOVERNMENT OF THE STATE
168Sacrificial Odes of Chow
84THE MEAN HUSBAND
169APPROPRIATE TO A SACRIFICE TO KING WAN
85A YOUNG SOLDIER ON SERVICE
170ON SACRIFICING TO THE KINGS WOO, CHING, AND K‘ANG: THE END
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