The Analects of Confucius (Chinese Studies Collection)

The history of world civilization reminds people that if they want to continue to develop and innovate, it is very important to review the timeless classics of human culture. The Analects, which records the words and deeds of Confucius, is such a human cultural classic that has gone through the wars of more than two thousand years of history and is a must-read for modern people. The Analects of Confucius was called the "Book of Confucius" by Sima Qian. To read the Analects of Confucius, you must have an understanding of Confucius. Confucius (551 BC - 479 BC) was a native of Zou Yi, State of Lu (now southeast of Qufu, Shandong Province). Confucius' ancestors were nobles of the Shang Dynasty, and later moved to Lu from the Song Dynasty. By the time Confucius was born, his family had already declined. His father's name was Shu Liang He, who once served as the chief of Zuodi. His father died shortly after Confucius was born, so Confucius was raised by his widowed mother. Confucius' mother's surname was Yan and her first name was Zhengzai. Because his family was poor, Confucius had to do odd jobs to support his mother since he was a child. He once worked as a commission official, a clerk and other minor officials. This allowed him to have extensive contact with the lower classes of society and learn a variety of skills.

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The Analects of Confucius is indeed a classic of Chinese studies. It is profound and profound. It can be said that it describes the principles of human conduct in an all-round way. No matter what position or age you are currently in, you will have some insights after reading it, and you will learn a lot from it. I now take time to read it every day. I think it should be required to listen to it every day starting from kindergarten, so that children can be influenced by it from an early age. Especially some left-behind children, raised by grandparents, have little culture, and are pampered, resulting in children who have no empathy and take everything for granted. Therefore, reading can increase knowledge, but reading good books makes us not only literate but also rational.

The original core of Confucianism was good. From the Confucian dialogues, there is no trace of the so-called "feudal" and "conservative" remarks of later generations. This kind of thinking is simply the embodiment of social harmony and order, and it is the way to cultivate one's morality and become a saint. [Thinking] Confucianism is just Confucianism. The problem is that the translator and interpreter of this book still has subjective emotions, especially in some personal comments. Why do you take it for granted that Confucianism must solve all problems or cover all problems? Confucianism is only one of a hundred schools of thought, one of many other schools of thought such as Confucianism, Taoism, Mohism, and Legalism. This is only a sublimation in the direction of human hearts and order, just as Tao lies in inaction, law lies in norms, etc. Why treat the opinions of one family as a hundred schools of thought? The main reason lies in the people who will be used by future generations. There are too few gentlemen and Confucians and too many villains. In addition, this ideological tool is easy to use, and it has degenerated into a prison. Nowadays, it is equivalent to a crooked road. As a result, people do not blame the crooked little Confucians, but criticize Confucius. Instead of blaming some unworthy descendants of the Confucian family who "renovated and surrendered", they criticize Confucius instead. Alas, it is too abstract. A word is used to end it, and a tool is the same. A gentleman uses it for benevolence, and a villain uses it for disaster. I lament that villains in future generations will make chaos and eventually defeat Confucianism and Taoism.

Only extraordinary people can do extraordinary things. Only when it is natural can the beginning of all things be smoothed out. There are countless lives in the world, and heaven and wisdom are everywhere. The benevolent and Confucian people are the aspiration of all living beings, and those who follow the Tao are the mysterious return of chaos and rules.

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This book has benefited me a lot. This book systematically summarizes and highlights the core and key points of Confucius' Confucian thought. For readers, it is also a cultivation of etiquette, benevolence, and moderation. It allows me to fully understand the greatness of Confucius and his thoughts!

To govern the world, one must understand the Tao Te Ching and the Book of Changes internally, and use the benevolence and etiquette of the Analects to resolve social conflicts and intensifications externally. To be a politician is to be upright! It doesn't matter whether you understand it or not, just follow the Analects

The wisdom of the ancients is worth learning. If you study Chinese classics when you are young, you will definitely benefit more. Chinese people must learn Chinese classics and not let the national treasure be lost!

"In five hundred years, a king will surely rise, and during this period there will be someone who will lead the world." A position specially named by the world carries the hope and beauty of hundreds of millions of people. From the perspective of "benevolence", every person with "benevolence" may be a "sage", and "sage" only exists in special periods. When people endure sorrow, pain, threats, and persecution, then "saints" appear. When people live and work in peace and contentment, then the "sage" will retire. Therefore, the "saint" is not outside, but in the heart. In short, everyone can become a "saint".

Classical Chinese texts with translations and commentaries by famous writers. Good!

The Analects of Confucius is really worth reading over and over again. Reading it at different times gives you different feelings.

"The Analects of Confucius" is a very valuable classic of Chinese studies. It not only records Confucius' words and deeds, but also introduces Confucius' life. Reading this book is like chatting with Confucius. You can learn a lot of life wisdom. I think of one of my elders who admired Confucius' thoughts very much and worked hard to practice them in his life. I admire this spirit very much. This book also made me understand that the power of classics is infinite. It can travel through time and space and bring us enlightenment and guidance.

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Absorb the essence and teach it deeply.

I don't know why, but I suddenly want to be a saint like Confucius and Laozi

I like this book very much. It can improve my knowledge.

"The Analects" I dare not talk about it in vain, but I hope everyone can read this book carefully.

Everyone should not lack a copy of The Analects of Confucius in their life

The explanation is very good and it can truly be said that educating people is the right way and the truth.

Jiuzi was a great and knowledgeable man of that era. He devoted his life to traveling around the world and made great contributions to that era.

Yes, the explanations are detailed and vivid, the voice is thick and standard.

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Reading the Analects of Confucius changed my wrong words and deeds. [Like][Like][Like]

It's so exciting. For example, [A friend comes from afar and slaps him]

I like this book very much. It's great. My eyes are not tired after listening to it.

This book annotates the Analects of Confucius from an overall perspective, opening up horizons and increasing wisdom. It is truly a useful book to read. I am extremely grateful to the author for his hard work.

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The original intention remains unchanged, knowledge and action are unified, absorb behavioral norms Even if you live in poverty all your life, you can die well

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