周禮 by Gong Zhou

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Author Zhou, Gong, -1106 BCE
Title 周禮
Alternate Title Zhou Li
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rites_of_Zhou
Summary "周禮" by Gong Zhou is a historical account written in the early 5th century BC. The text outlines the organizational framework and responsibilities of the various officials and ministries in a well-structured state. It serves as a comprehensive guide to governance, administration, and societal roles, emphasizing the importance of regulation and order in maintaining a harmonious society. The opening portion of the work presents a detailed categorization of government officials, their ranks, and the specific duties associated with each position. It elaborates on the hierarchy of officials, starting from the highest-ranking individuals like the 大宰 (Great Minister) to various lower-level roles, and describes the responsibilities attributed to each, such as managing state affairs, implementing laws, and conducting rituals. This intricate system showcases the author's vision of an organized administration dedicated to the welfare of the citizens and the effective governance of the state. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets
Category Text
EBook-No. 25263
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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