The teachings of the great Chinese philosopher Confucius have had
as great an impact on the culture of the Far East as The Bible has
had on the culture of the West. As they are presented here, "The
Teachings of Confucius" consists of "The Analects," "The Great
Learning" and "The Doctrine of the Mean." The Analects is the most
important of the teachings of Confucius. It is a collection of
speeches and discussions between Confucius and his various
disciples that illustrate his precepts: that anyone, regardless of
his station in life, could become a superior man by living a
virtuous life. The Great Learning is a protocol for living, even
the humblest actions of everyday living. It is embodied by the
practice illustrated by the Seven Steps. The Doctrine of the Mean
deals with the means of achieving perfect virtue by following the
middle way. It is a Heavenly prescription of the golden path by
which learning and teaching ultimately unfold into perfect virtue.
Like other great teachers, Confucius advocated action based on
empathy; on practicing The Golden Rule by only doing unto others as
you would have them do unto you. His aim was to improve the value
and quality of life for all mankind. Excerpt. Reprinted by
permission. All rights reserved. The Analects Book 1, Hsio R The
Master said, "Is it not pleasant to learn with a constant
perseverance and application? "Is it not delightful to have friends
coming from distant quarters? "Is he not a man of complete virtue,
who feels no discomposure though men may take no note of him?" The
philosopher Yu said, "They are few who, being filial and fraternal,
are fond of offending against their superiors. There have been
none, who, not liking to offend against their superiors, have been
fond of stirring up confusion. "The superior man bends his
attention to what is radical. That being established, all practical
courses naturally grow up. Filial piety and fraternal submission,
-are they not the root of all benevolent actions?" The Master said,
"Fine words and an insinuating appearance are seldom associated
with true virtue." The philosopher Tsang said, "I daily examine
myself on three points: -whether, in transacting business for
others, I may have been not faithful;-whether, in intercourse with
friends, I may have been not sincere;-whether I may have not
mastered and practiced the instructions of my teacher." The Master
said, "To rule a country of a thousand chariots, there must be
reverent attention to business, and sincerity; economy in
expenditure, and love for men; and the employment of the people at
the proper seasons." The Master said, "A youth, when at home,
should be filial, and, abroad, respectful to his elders. He should
be earnest and truthful. He should overflow in love to all, and
cultivate the friendship of the good. When he has time and
opportunity, after the performance of these things, he should
employ them in polite studies." Tsze-hsia said, "If a man withdraws
his mind from the love of beauty, and applies it as sincerely to
the love of the virtuous; if, in serving his parents, he can exert
his utmost strength; if, in serving his prince, he can devote his
life; if, in his intercourse with his friends, his words are
sincere: -although men say that he has not learned, I will
certainly say that he has. The Master said, "If the scholar be not
grave, he will not call forth any veneration, and his learning will
not be solid. "Hold faithfulness and sincerity as first principles.
"Have no friends not equal to yourself. "When you have faults, do
not fear to abandon them."
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