| Author |
Dong, Zhongshu, active 2nd century B.C. |
| Title |
春秋繁露
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| Alternate Title |
Chun qiu fan lu
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| Credits |
Produced by Henry Chen
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| Summary |
"春秋繁露" by Dong Zhongshu is a historical treatise written in the 2nd century B.C. The text explores complex philosophical ideas and historical events during the Spring and Autumn period of ancient China, focusing on moral governance, rulership, and the consequences of political actions. The work likely serves as a commentary and analysis of the principles of Confucian thought in the context of Chinese history. The opening of the text sets the stage for discussions around the actions of notable figures like King Zhuang of Chu and the principles of justice and morality in rulership. It raises questions about why certain political measures are deemed justifiable or unjust, referencing specific historical incidents and characters. Through a series of inquiries and deductions, the text delves into the implications of these actions on the state and the moral fabric of society, reflecting the author's intention to critique and define the essence of righteous governance and its impact on the populace. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Chinese |
| LoC Class |
PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
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| Subject |
Confucius. Chun qiu
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
25385 |
| Release Date |
May 8, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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