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Confucius, 552 BCE-480 BCE |
| Author |
Mencius, 373? BCE-290? BCE |
| Translator |
Pauthier, G. (Guillaume), 1801-1873 |
| Title |
Les quatre livres de philosophie morale et politique de la Chine
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Madeleine Fournier and Marc D'Hooghe (http://www.freeliterature.org) from page images generously made available by Münchener DigitalisierungsZentrum, Bayerische Staatsbibliothek (http://www.digitale-sammlungen.de)
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| Summary |
"Les quatre livres de philosophie morale et politique de la Chine" by Confucius et al. is a collection of philosophical texts written in the early 6th century BC. This foundational work encompasses the teachings of Confucius and his disciples, reflecting on morality, governance, and the nature of human relationships. The volume aims to enlighten readers on the principles underlying ethical conduct and societal harmony, asserting the importance of virtue and self-cultivation in leadership. The opening of this work presents an in-depth introduction to the philosophical significance of Confucius, emphasizing the enduring impact of his teachings on Chinese civilization. It explores the historical context in which Confucius operated, highlighting his efforts to restore moral order during a time of societal decay. The introduction lays the groundwork for understanding the key themes that will be addressed, such as the interrelation of personal integrity, governmental responsibility, and the moral duty towards others. It portrays Confucius as not only a moral philosopher but also as a pivotal figure whose insights were designed to elevate both individuals and society as a whole. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
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| Subject |
China -- Politics and government
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| Subject |
Confucian ethics
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44958 |
| Release Date |
Feb 18, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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