Konfucius Livres

Les Entretiens de Confucius ont été rassemblés aux alentours de 400 avant J.-C. Il s'agit d'un texte dont l'influence considérable s'exerce encore de manière durable sur la plus grande partie de l'humanité. Les Entretiens sont, après deux millénaires, le livre central de l'histoire de la Chine. Confucius séduit par sa bonne humeur, sa générosité, sa bonhomie, et réussit à concilier la vigueur des principes moraux et les faiblesses des humains. Les Entretiens proposent un art de vivre qui demeure un modèle pour le monde moderne.

" La Piété filiale n'est pas seulement le sentiment naturel des devoirs des enfants envers les parents ; c'est ce sentiment cultivé, réglé, canalisé dans son expression, et étendu à toute la vie morale. Il y a un code de la Piété filiale qui impose strictement certains actes envers les parents vivants ou morts, mais ce n'est pas l'essentiel ; l'essentiel est que tous les actes du fils pieux, l'action de la Piété filiale dépasse l'horizon de la famille dans tous les sens : elle s'étend aux relations des inférieurs avec les supérieurs, des sujets avec le souverain et même en général des hommes entre eux [...] ; elle atteint son point suprême dans le perfectionnement de soi-même. "

A wonderfully enjoyable storehouse of ancient Chinese history and legends, which also has an important role in understanding 21st century. China 'And remember: Heaven's blessing will cease forever if there's despair and poverty in your lands.' This book deals with this topic.

Confucius is one of the great figures in the history of human thought, a pioneering educator, social critic, and political scientist. As a philosopher and teacher, he addressed core human issues with such precision and clarity that his sayings have been preserved and studied over thousands of years. The Analects of Confucius are a basic source for a wide range of advice on human affairs from governing nations and managing enterprises to dealing with society and getting along with others. This new presentation of the ever-popular sayings of Confucius is designed to bring the wisdom of a great teacher to another generation of readers. In his brilliant text, Thomas Cleary has arranged the sayings of Confucius in the order of the sixty-four classic I Ching hexagrams, which Confucius not only made available in their present form but also supplemented with his own written commentaries. Widely recognized for his linguistic and technical mastery in the translation of ancient Chinese texts, Tho

Entire text of the Analects of Confucius in large, readable characters, and beneath this Legge's full translation, which has been accepted as the definitive, standard English version. Full chinese text, standard English translation on same page. Finest edition anywhere of one of world's finest thinkers.

Few individuals have shaped their country's civilization more profoundly than the Master Kong (Confucius, 551-479 BC). Compulsory reading in the late Imperial period for all who wished to enter the Civil Service or Government, his sayings and those of his disciples form the foundation of a distinct social, ethical, and intellectual system. They have retained their freshness and vigour throughout the two and a half millennia of their currency, and are still admired even in today's China.This lively new translation with clear explanatory notes by one of the foremost scholars of classical Chinese provides the ideal introduction to the Analects for readers who have no previous knowledge of the Chinese language and philosophical traditions.

Dialogues, stories, and anecdotes of Confucius reveal the Chinese teacher's perpective on the state, leadership, virtue, and the proper relationship between humankind and nature.

This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, a company dedicated to producing large print editions. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility for individuals with impaired vision, ensuring that classic literature remains available to a broader audience.

The Analects of Confucius is a foundational philosophical text that compiles the teachings of Confucius as recorded by his disciples. It emphasizes the significance of education for moral growth and highlights virtues such as sincerity, piety, and respect. Confucius offers a timeless moral framework centered on responsibility and kindness, influencing Eastern thought for over 2,500 years. This silkbound edition features a gold-embossed cover and full-color illustrations, making it an exquisite gift for philosophy enthusiasts, complemented by an introduction and notes by John Balldock.

Exploring key themes such as filial piety, friendship, and governance, this collection presents selected sayings from the influential Chinese philosopher Confucius. Compiled by Epiphanius Wilson, it includes a biographical overview and critical analysis of Confucius' philosophical ideas, highlighting moral values, individual responsibility, and societal harmony. Wilson's translation serves as a bridge for Western audiences, significantly impacting the understanding of Confucianism and its contributions to Western philosophy and ethics, making it a vital resource for cross-cultural studies.