| Author |
Tao, Qian, 372?-427 |
| Title |
五孝傳
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| Alternate Title |
Wuxiaozhuan : Five (sets of) filial piety biographies
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by News Li
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| Summary |
"Wuxiaozhuan" by Tao Qian is a collection of biographical accounts that explores the theme of filial piety. This work is believed to have been written during the early centuries of the Common Era in China. The book delves into the lives and virtues of historical figures who exemplify the Confucian ideal of filial duty and respect towards one's parents, offering insights into how these qualities were perceived and honored in traditional Chinese society. The text presents a series of vignettes highlighting notable figures such as Yu the Great, King Wen of Zhou, and Confucius himself, among others. Each biography illustrates the principle of filial piety through stories of selflessness, devotion, and the moral obligations that children have towards their parents. For instance, it recounts how these figures faced personal and societal challenges while upholding their responsibilities to their families, ultimately reflecting the broader cultural reverence for loyalty and respect within the family unit. Through these accounts, Tao Qian aims to inspire readers to embody these virtues in their daily lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Chinese |
| LoC Class |
PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
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| Subject |
Chinese literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
30544 |
| Release Date |
Nov 25, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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