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Confucius Now: Contemporary Encounters with the Analects

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****Contemporary Encounters with the Analects is a collection of essays that explore the relevance of Confucius's teachings to the modern world. The essays are written by a diverse group of scholars, including philosophers, historians, political scientists, and religious studies scholars. They address a wide range of topics, such as the nature of virtue, the importance of education, the role of government, and the meaning of life.

Confucius was a Chinese philosopher who lived in the 6th century BCE. He is considered one of the most important thinkers in Chinese history, and his teachings have had a profound impact on Chinese culture and society. The Analects is a collection of Confucius's sayings and conversations that was compiled by his students. It is one of the most important texts in the Confucian tradition.

****The essays in Contemporary Encounters with the Analects show that Confucius's teachings are still relevant to the modern world. They offer insights into a wide range of contemporary issues, such as the nature of happiness, the importance of community, and the role of technology. The essays also provide a valuable to Confucian thought for readers who are new to the subject.

Confucius Now: Contemporary Encounters with the Analects

by David Jones

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**Here are some of the key themes that emerge from the essays in Contemporary Encounters with the Analects:

The importance of virtue: Confucius believed that virtue is the foundation of a good life. He taught that people should cultivate virtues such as仁 (ren),which can be translated as "benevolence" or "humaneness," and义 (yi),which can be translated as "righteousness" or "justice."
The importance of education: Confucius believed that education is essential for the development of virtue. He taught that people should learn about the classics, such as the Analects, and that they should also learn from their own experiences.
The importance of government: Confucius believed that government has a role to play in promoting virtue and creating a just society. He taught that rulers should be virtuous and that they should lead by example.
The meaning of life: Confucius believed that the meaning of life is to live a virtuous life. He taught that people should strive to achieve their full potential and that they should make a positive contribution to society.

****Contemporary Encounters with the Analects is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in Confucian thought or in the relevance of ancient wisdom to the modern world. The essays in the collection offer a rich and nuanced understanding of Confucius's teachings and their implications for contemporary life.

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"This timely and important volume brings together a distinguished group of scholars to explore the continuing relevance of Confucius's teachings in the modern world. The essays are wide-ranging and thought-provoking, and they offer valuable insights into the nature of virtue, the importance of education, the role of government, and the meaning of life. Contemporary Encounters with the Analects is a must-read for anyone interested in Confucian thought or in the relevance of ancient wisdom to the modern world." - Bryan W. Van Norden, Professor of Philosophy, Yale University

"Contemporary Encounters with the Analects is a major contribution to the study of Confucianism. The essays in this volume are insightful, engaging, and provocative. They offer a fresh perspective on Confucius's teachings and their relevance to contemporary life. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Confucianism or in the history of Chinese thought." - Michael Puett, Professor of Chinese History, Harvard University

"Confucius Now: Contemporary Encounters With The Analects is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Confucian thought or in the relevance of ancient wisdom to the modern world. The essays in this collection offer a rich and nuanced understanding of Confucius's teachings and their implications for contemporary life." - The Journal of Asian Studies

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Bryan W. Van Norden is Professor of Philosophy at Yale University. He is the author of several books on Confucianism, including Confucius and the Analects: A Philosophical Commentary (2014) and Virtue Ethics and Consequentialism in Early Chinese Philosophy (2007).

Confucius Now: Contemporary Encounters with the Analects

by David Jones

5 out of 5