"The Mencius" is a foundational work in Confucian philosophy, attributed to the ancient Chinese philosopher Mencius (Mengzi). Compiled over centuries, it consists of dialogues and anecdotes exploring ethical and political principles. Divided into seven books, the text delves into Mencius' interpretation and expansion of Confucian ideas, emphasizing the innate goodness of human nature and the importance of moral cultivation. Central to Mencius' teachings is the concept of "ren" (benevolence...

The ideas of Mencius are presented by Legge in an amazing manner. The translation is true to the original text. The ideas of a tolerant government and welfare state are presented by Mencius. The work relates his complete thoughts and philosophies.

James Legge's translation of the I Ching is the standard against which all later editions of this timeless oracle have been judged. Part divination system, part guide to living a superior life, the I Ching can help you divine your way in this complicated world. Join the millions of people who have already experienced this mystic way.

James Legge's translation of the I Ching is the standard against which all later editions of this timeless oracle have been judged. Part divination system, part guide to living a superior life, the I Ching can help you divine your way in this complicated world. Join the millions of people who have already experienced this mystic way.

With a translation, critical and exegetical notes, prolegomena, and copious indexes by James Legge.

A Record of Buddhist Kingdoms--Being an Account by the Chinese Monk Fa-Hien of Travels in India and Ceylon (Ad 399-414) in Search of the Buddhist Books of Discipline, is one of the most important source for reconstructing the life and conditions of the times. Though brief, his account of the general characteristics and tendencies of Gupta imperial administration is very valuable. Likewise, the account also gives a fair deal of information on the religious usages and practices and is invalu...

Confucius is reported to have said on one occasion, 'If some years were added to my life, I would give fifty to the study of the Yî, and might then escape falling into great errors. There was a Yî in the time of Confucius The utterance is referred by the best critics to the closing period of Confucius' life, when he had returned from his long and painful wanderings among the States, and was settled again. in his native Lû. By this time he was nearly seventy, and it seems strange, if he spo...

Here are some of the key Taoist texts that might be included in "The Texts of Taoism, Part 1":Tao Te Ching (Dao De Jing): This is one of the most important and foundational texts of Taoism, attributed to the legendary sage Laozi. It consists of 81 short chapters that discuss the concept of the Tao (the Way) and its application to life and governance.Zhuangzi (Chuang Tzu): The Zhuangzi is another essential Taoist text, named after its author Zhuangzi. It is a collection of stories, parables...

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The Shih King, also known as the Book of Poetry, is a classic anthology of ancient Chinese poetry that holds a significant place in Chinese literature. Compiled during the Zhou Dynasty, it consists of 305 poems that reflect the social, political, and cultural life of the time. The poems range from folk songs to ceremonial hymns, showcasing the rich tapestry of emotions and experiences of the people. James Legge's translation brings these ancient verses to a modern audience, preserving thei...

Key themes and ideas explored in "The Mencius" include:Innate Goodness (Renxing): Mencius argues that all humans are born with an innate tendency for goodness or benevolence (ren), which serves as the foundation for moral development and virtuous behavior. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating and nurturing this inherent goodness to reach its full potential.The Mandate of Heaven: Mencius discusses the concept of the "Mandate of Heaven," which is the idea that the ruler's legitimacy a...

IN the third chapter of the Prolegomena the author has endeavoured to state clearly the principles on which the metrical version of the Book of China's ancient poetry, published in the present volume, has been made, and will only repeat here that his readers will find in it, in an English dress, the Chinese poems themselves, and not others composed by paraphrase from them. It remains for him to relate how he came to undertake the work, and the assistance that he has received in completing ...