Confucius 孔子
3 books
About the Author
Confucius (551–479 BCE), born Kong Qiu in the state of Lu, is one of the most influential philosophers in world history, whose teachings form the bedrock of Chinese ethical and social philosophy. Revered as a sage, he emphasized moral integrity, filial piety, ritual propriety, and harmonious relationships in society, influencing East Asian culture for over two millennia. Though he did not author many texts himself, his ideas were meticulously compiled by disciples in works like the Book of Rites, Liji: Bilingual Edition, English and Chinese 禮記: Classic of Rites 禮經, which explores ceremonial practices, social norms, and the cultivation of virtue. Confucius's legacy endures through Confucian thought, shaping governance, education, and personal conduct across generations.
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philosophical
didactic
elegant
