Zhang, Zai 1020-1077 creator text utu 2008 monographic zh 1 online resource : multiple file formats "張載集" by Zai Zhang is a philosophical compilation written during the Song Dynasty. This work comprises a series of essays and discussions focused on Confucian principles, natural philosophy, and metaphysics. The text is likely intended to provide insights into Zhang's thoughts on the nature of the universe, human existence, and moral philosophy, drawing heavily from classical Confucian thought. The opening of the text features a preface by Su Bing, which discusses the depth and breadth of Zhang's writings, emphasizing the effort taken in compiling his thoughts over years of study and reflection. The initial sections introduce key concepts such as "The Great Harmony," exploring the relationship between the cosmos and human existence through metaphysical discussions. Key themes include the nature of reality, the importance of moral integrity, and the interplay between human actions and cosmic order, setting the stage for the detailed explorations that will follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-11-15 Original publication data not identified Philosophy, Chinese B Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27263 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27263 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133625.0 27263