The Doctrine of the Mean
Author | : Confucius |
Publisher | : Big Nest |
Total Pages | : 28 |
Release | : 2018-08 |
ISBN-10 | : 178724718X |
ISBN-13 | : 9781787247185 |
Rating | : 4/5 (185 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Doctrine of the Mean written by Confucius and published by Big Nest. This book was released on 2018-08 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Doctrine of the Mean is a text rich with symbolism and guidance to perfecting oneself. The person who follows the mean is on a path of duty and must never leave it. A superior person is cautious, a gentle teacher and shows no contempt for his or her inferiors. Confucius was a Chinese teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history. The philosophy of Confucius emphasized personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice and sincerity.