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Introduction to Classical Chinese Philosophy

Author : Bryan W. Van Norden
Publisher : Hackett Publishing
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2011-03-04
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781603846059

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This book is an introduction in the very best sense of the word. It provides the beginner with an accurate, sophisticated, yet accessible account, and offers new insights and challenging perspectives to those who have more specialized knowledge. Focusing on the period in Chinese philosophy that is surely most easily approachable and perhaps is most important, it ranges over of rich set of competing options. It also, with admirable self-consciousness, presents a number of daring attempts to relate those options to philosophical figures and movements from the West. I recommend it very highly.--Lee H. Yearley, Walter Y. Evans-Wentz Professor, Religious Studies, Stanford University

Readings in Classical Chinese Philosophy (Second Edition)

Author : Philip J. Ivanhoe,Bryan W. Van Norden
Publisher : Hackett Publishing
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0872207803

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Readings in Classical Chinese Philosophy (Second Edition) by Philip J. Ivanhoe,Bryan W. Van Norden Pdf

This new edition offers expanded selections from the works of Kongzi (Confucius), Mengzi (Mencius), Zhuangzi (Chuang Tzu), and Xunzi (Hsun Tzu); two new works, the dialogues 'Robber Zhi' and 'White Horse'; a concise general introduction; brief introductions to, and selective bibliographies for, each work; and four appendices that shed light on important figures, periods, texts, and terms in Chinese thought.

Classics in Chinese Philosophy

Author : Wade Baskin
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 573 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2014-12-23
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781497689411

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During the last century China has undergone more change than during any other period in its long and turbulent history. Roughly a quarter of the world’s population has been directly affected by the radical transformation that culminated in the establishment of the present Communist state—one which claims to have translated into reality the Confucian ideal of securing the equality of all men. In underdeveloped regions throughout the world, wherever the quest for social justice has been checked, millions of people have been indirectly affected by these changes. Western scholars, somewhat perplexed by what has already happened, are trying to determine the causes underlying the whole succession of events. Believing that recent developments are best understood when viewed from a historical perspective, the editor of this work has tried to present in one volume a conspectus of the brilliant and many-sided development of Chinese philosophy. The study of Chinese philosophy has been severely restricted by the difficulties of the classical literary style and, until recently, by the absence of reliable translations. Problems of terminology abound because the same Chinese term is translated differently in the works of different philosophers. The editor endeavors in the introductory statement preceding each selection to help the reader to cope with these lexical problems. By adopting a chronological arrangement of the materials and calling attention to interlinking developments, he provides the reader with a practical means of familiarizing himself with the most important documents of the cultural heritage of China, the cradle of the world’s oldest civilization, from the Confucian Analects to the theoretical statements of Mao Tse-Tung.

The Art of War & Other Classics of Eastern Philosophy

Author : Sun Tzu,Lao-Tzu,Confucius,Mencius
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 592 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016-10-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781626868205

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The Art of War & Other Classics of Eastern Philosophy by Sun Tzu,Lao-Tzu,Confucius,Mencius Pdf

The words of the ancient Chinese sages are as timeless as they are wise. The words of ancient Chinese philosophers have influenced other thinkers across the world for more than 2,000 years, and continue to shape our ideas today. The Art of War & Other Classics of Eastern Philosophy includes translations of Sun Tzu's Art of War, Lao-Tzu's Tao Te Ching, the teachings of the master sage Confucius, and the writings of Mencius. From insights on warfare and diplomacy to advice on how to deal with one's neighbors and colleagues, this collection of classical Eastern philosophy will provide readers with countless nuggets of wisdom. IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Award Winner 2017!

The Four Chinese Classics

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Catapult
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013-11-18
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781619022652

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Discover four seminal masterworks of Chinese thought—Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching, the Analects of Confucius, the Chuang Tzu, and the Mencius—presented in one volume for the first time in nearly two centuries. Award-winning translator David Hinton offers fresh insights on the most influential texts on Taoism, Zen Buddhism, Chinese philosophy, and more. Hinton’s award–winning experience translating a wide range of ancient Chinese poets makes these books sing in English as never before. But these new versions are not only inviting and immensely readable—they also apply much-needed consistency to key philosophical terms in these texts, lending structural links and philosophical rigor heretofore unavailable in English. Breathing new life into these classics, Hinton’s new translations will stand as the definitive texts for our era. Perhaps the most broadly influential spiritual text in human history, Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching is the source of Taoist philosophy, which eventually developed into Ch’an (Zen) Buddhism. Equally influential in the social sphere, Confucius’ Analects is the source of social wisdom in China. The Chuang Tzu is the wild and wacky prose complement to the Tao Te Ching. And with its philosophical storytelling, the Mencius adds depth and complexity to Confucius’ vision.

The Art of Chinese Philosophy

Author : Paul Goldin
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-07
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780691200798

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Goldin thus begins the book by asking the basic question "What are we reading?" while also considering why it has been so rarely asked. Yet far from denigrating Chinese philosophy, he argues that liberating these texts from the mythic idea that they are the product of a single great mind only improves our understanding and appreciation. By no means does a text require single and undisputed authorship to be meaningful; nor is historicism the only legitimate interpretive stance. The first chapter takes up a hallmark of Chinese philosophy that demands a Western reader's cognizance: its preference for non-deductive argumentation. Chinese philosophy is an art (hence the title) he demonstrates, more than it is a rigorous logical method. Then comes the core of the book, eight chapters devoted to the eight philosophical texts divided into three parts: Philosophy of Heaven, Philosophy of the Way, and Two Titans at the End of an Age. .

The Art of Chinese Philosophy

Author : Paul Goldin
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-07
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780691200811

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A smart and accessible introduction to the most important works of ancient Chinese philosophy—the Analects of Confucius, Mozi, Mencius, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Sunzi, Xunzi, and Han Feizi This book provides an unmatched introduction to eight of the most important works of classical Chinese philosophy—the Analects of Confucius, Mozi, Mencius, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Sunzi, Xunzi, and Han Feizi. Combining accessibility with the latest scholarship, Paul Goldin, one of the world's leading authorities on the history of Chinese philosophy, places these works in rich context as he explains the origin and meaning of their compelling ideas. Because none of these classics was written in its current form by the author to whom it is attributed, the book begins by asking, "What are we reading?" and showing that understanding the textual history of the works enriches our appreciation of them. A chapter is devoted to each of the eight works, and the chapters are organized into three sections: "Philosophy of Heaven," which looks at how the Analects, Mozi, and Mencius discuss, often skeptically, Heaven (tian) as a source of philosophical values; "Philosophy of the Way," which addresses how Laozi, Zhuangzi, and Sunzi introduce the new concept of the Way (dao) to transcend the older paradigms; and "Two Titans at the End of an Age," which examines how Xunzi and Han Feizi adapt the best ideas of the earlier thinkers for a coming imperial age. In addition, the book presents clear and insightful explanations of the protean and frequently misunderstood concept of qi—and of a crucial characteristic of Chinese philosophy, nondeductive reasoning. The result is an invaluable account of an endlessly fascinating and influential philosophical tradition.

A Short History of Chinese Philosophy

Author : 馮友蘭,Yu-lan Fung
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1948
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780684836348

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"A systematic account of Chinese thought from its origins to the present day"--Cover.

History of Chinese Philosophy Through Its Key Terms

Author : Yueqing Wang,Qinggang Bao,Guoxing Guan
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-16
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9789811525728

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History of Chinese Philosophy Through Its Key Terms by Yueqing Wang,Qinggang Bao,Guoxing Guan Pdf

This book provides a conceptual overview of the evolution of Chinese philosophy from its earliest beginnings to the end of the imperial era, highlighting 38 of the most essential terms in the Chinese philosophical tradition. Written by prominent contemporary scholars from Mainland China, the respective chapters cover topics ranging from cosmology, benti metaphysics, human nature, self-cultivation, and methodology, to views on history and politics. Each chapter addresses one of the constitutive terms of the Chinese philosophical tradition and provides clear historical information on how it was used and developed during the key periods of Chinese philosophy.Highlighting both central concepts and essential structures of Chinese philosophy, the book allows readers to view the history of Chinese philosophy from the perspective of the Chinese themselves. Offering content that is both academically rigorous and accessible for a wider audience, this book is an indispensable reference guide for all students of Chinese philosophy.

Heaven and Earth Are Not Humane

Author : Franklin Perkins
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2014-05-23
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780253011763

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That bad things happen to good people was as true in early China as it is today. Franklin Perkins uses this observation as the thread by which to trace the effort by Chinese thinkers of the Warring States Period (c.475-221 BCE), a time of great conflict and division, to seek reconciliation between humankind and the world. Perkins provides rich new readings of classical Chinese texts and reflects on their significance for Western philosophical discourse.

Before Confucius

Author : Edward L. Shaughnessy
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1997-01-01
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0791433773

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Before Confucius by Edward L. Shaughnessy Pdf

Examines the original composition of China's oldest books, the Classic of Changes, the Venerated Documents, and the Classic of Poetry, and attempts to restore their original meanings.

Encyclopedia of Chinese Philosophy

Author : Antonio S. Cua
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1043 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-05
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781135367480

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Encyclopedia of Chinese Philosophy by Antonio S. Cua Pdf

Featuring contributions from the world's most highly esteemed Asian philosophy scholars, this important new encyclopedia covers the complex and increasingly influential field of Chinese thought, from earliest recorded times to the present day. Including coverage on the subject previously unavailable to English speakers, the Encyclopedia sheds light on the extensive range of concepts, movements, philosophical works, and thinkers that populate the field. It includes a thorough survey of the history of Chinese philosophy; entries on all major thinkers from Confucius to Mou Zongsan; essential topics such as aesthetics, moral philosophy, philosophy of government, and philosophy of literature; surveys of Confucianism in all historical periods (Zhou, Han, Tang, and onward) and in key regions outside China; schools of thought such as Mohism, Legalism, and Chinese Buddhism; trends in contemporary Chinese philosophy, and more.

Studies in Chinese Philosophy and Philosophical Literature

Author : Angus Charles Graham
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1990-01-01
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0791404498

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Studies in Chinese Philosophy and Philosophical Literature by Angus Charles Graham Pdf

Graham addresses several fundamental problems in classical Chinese philosophy, and in the nature and structure of the classical Chinese language. These inquiries and reflections are both broad based and detailed. Two sources of continuity bring these seemingly disparate parts into a coherent and intelligible whole. First, Graham addresses that set of fundamental philosophical questions that have been the focus of dispute in the tradition, and that have defined its character: What is the nature of human nature? What can we through linguistic and philosophical scrutiny discover about the date and composition of some of the major texts? What sense can we make of the Kung-sun Lung sophistries? A second source of coherence is Graham's identification and articulation of those basic and often unconscious presuppositions that ground our own tradition. By so doing, he enables readers to break free from the limits of their own conceptual universe and to explore in the Chinese experience a profoundly different world view.

Readings in Classical Chinese Philosophy

Author : Philip J. Ivanhoe,Bryan W. Van Norden
Publisher : Hackett Publishing
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2005-12-01
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781603844901

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Readings in Classical Chinese Philosophy by Philip J. Ivanhoe,Bryan W. Van Norden Pdf

This new edition offers expanded selections from the works of Kongzi (Confucius), Mengzi (Mencius), Zhuangzi (Chuang Tzu), and Xunzi (Hsun Tzu); two new works, the dialogues Robber Zhi and White Horse; a concise general introduction; brief introductions to, and selective bibliographies for, each work; and four appendices that shed light on important figures, periods, texts, and terms in Chinese thought.

A History of Classical Chinese Thought

Author : Zehou Li
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-15
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781000651133

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A History of Classical Chinese Thought by Zehou Li Pdf

Li Zehou is widely regarded as one of China’s most influential contemporary thinkers. He has produced influential theories of the development of Chinese thought and the place of aesthetics in Chinese ethics and value theory. This book is the first English-language translation of Li Zehou’s work on classical Chinese thought. It includes chapters on the classical Chinese thinkers, including Confucius, Mozi, Laozi, Sunzi, Xunzi and Zhuangzi, and also on later eras and thinkers such as Dong Zhongshu in the Han Dynasty and the Song-Ming Neo-Confucians. The essays in this book not only discuss these historical figures and their ideas, but also consider their historical significance, and how key themes from these early schools reappeared in and shaped later periods and thinkers. Taken together, they highlight the breadth of Li Zehou’s scholarship and his syncretic approach—his explanations of prominent thinkers and key periods in Chinese intellectual history blend ideas from both the Chinese and Western canons, while also drawing on contemporary thinkers in both traditions. The book also includes an introduction written by the translator that helpfully explains the significance of Li Zehou’s work and its prospects for fostering cross-cultural dialogue with Western philosophy. A History of Chinese Classical Thought will be of interest to advanced students and scholars interested in Chinese philosophy, comparative philosophy, and Chinese intellectual and social history.