Sayings of Confucius
by Confucius 孔子
'Sayings of Confucius' Summary
The *Analects* (論語 Lún Yǔ) is a collection of sayings and dialogues attributed to Confucius, a renowned Chinese philosopher who lived during the 6th and 5th centuries BCE. This work is considered the foundational text of Confucianism, a philosophical and ethical system that has profoundly influenced Chinese culture and thought for millennia. The *Analects* presents a comprehensive exploration of Confucian ideals, focusing on virtues such as filial piety, compassion, loyalty, and propriety, and offering guidance on self-cultivation, social relationships, and good governance. The text is structured as a series of brief chapters, each containing aphorisms, anecdotes, and conversations between Confucius and his disciples, offering insight into his teachings and the principles of Confucianism.Book Details
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Confucius (551–479 BCE) was a Chinese philosopher and politician of the Spring and Autumn period who was traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages. The philosophy of Confucius&mdash...
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