The Wisdom of Confucius
Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Reference, Reference & Language, Quotations, Biography & Memoir, Religious
| Author: | Philosophical Library | ISBN: | 9781453201466 |
| Publisher: | Philosophical Library/Open Road | Publication: | September 7, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Philosophical Library/Open Road | Language: | English |
| Author: | Philosophical Library |
| ISBN: | 9781453201466 |
| Publisher: | Philosophical Library/Open Road |
| Publication: | September 7, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Philosophical Library/Open Road |
| Language: | English |
Hundreds of sage observations from China’s most revered scholar
Teacher, politician, philosopher, and student, Confucius offered wisdom and aphorisms on a variety of topics that transcend borders and time. Whether considering his own life, human nature, or a society’s responsibilities, Confucius’s teachings emphasize personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice, and sincerity. He aimed to effect social and political reform, and left a legacy of wisdom that remains true today. Organized by topic and accompanied with contextual footnotes, this collection of quotes, sayings, and lessons is often as entertaining as it is educational.
Hundreds of sage observations from China’s most revered scholar
Teacher, politician, philosopher, and student, Confucius offered wisdom and aphorisms on a variety of topics that transcend borders and time. Whether considering his own life, human nature, or a society’s responsibilities, Confucius’s teachings emphasize personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice, and sincerity. He aimed to effect social and political reform, and left a legacy of wisdom that remains true today. Organized by topic and accompanied with contextual footnotes, this collection of quotes, sayings, and lessons is often as entertaining as it is educational.
