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Confucian Analects: The Great Learning, and The Doctrine of the Mean

This book is a compilation of Confucius's teachings, emphasizing the importance of moral conduct, social harmony, and personal development. It includes The Great Learning, which outlines the path to self-cultivation and understanding of the world, and The Doctrine of the Mean, which discusses the balance of one's actions and thoughts. more

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Confucius

Confucius, also known as Kong Qiu or Zhongni, was a great philosopher, educator, and politician during the Spring and Autumn period of ancient China. He advocated for benevolence, rule of propriety, and the doctrine of the mean, and his thoughts have had a profound impact on Chinese and world culture. more

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