Compiled by disciples of Confucius in the centuries following
his death in 479 B.C.E., "The Analects of Confucius" is a
collection of aphorisms and historical anecdotes embodying the
basic values of the Confucian tradition: learning, morality, ritual
decorum, and filial piety. Reflecting the model eras of Chinese
antiquity, the Analects offers valuable insights into successful
governance and the ideal organization of society. Filled with humor
and sarcasm, it reads like a casual conversation between teacher
and student, emphasizing the role of the individual in the
attainment of knowledge and the value of using historical events
and people to illuminate moral and political concepts.
Confucius's teachings focus on cultural and peaceful pursuits
and the characteristics of benevolent and culturally distinguished
government. He also discusses ancestor worship and other rites
performed for the spirits of the dead. The single most influential
philosophical work in all of Chinese history, "The Analects of
Confucius" has shaped the thought and customs of China and
neighboring countries for centuries. Burton Watson's concise
translation uses the pinyin romanization system and keeps
explanatory notes to a minimum, yet his intimate knowledge of the
Confucian tradition and precise attention to linguistic detail
capture the original text's elegance, cogency, and wit.
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