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050 4 _aB
100 1 _aWang, Xianqian,
_d1842-1918
245 1 0 _a荀子集解
246 1 _aXunzi Ji Jie
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-05-03
508 _aProduced by Inga Tsai
520 _a"荀子集解" by Xianqian Wang is a collection of philosophical writings compiled in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the ideas and teachings of Xunzi, a prominent Confucian philosopher, addressing topics such as morality, human nature, education, and the importance of rituals (li) in governance. Through a series of essays, the book offers insights into the ethical framework and socio-political views that shaped traditional Chinese thought. The opening of this collection sets the stage for Xunzi's philosophy, beginning with a preface that addresses misconceptions regarding his views on human nature, particularly the notion of intrinsic evil. Xianqian Wang argues against this misinterpretation, explaining that Xunzi believed in the potential for goodness through education and proper governance. This section engages with the importance of virtuous leadership and the transformative power of knowledge, juxtaposing the flawed interpretations of Xunzi's teachings against their original intent. Moreover, it lays the groundwork for deeper discussions on self-cultivation and the societal role of the "Junzi" or "gentleman" throughout the subsequent chapters, emphasizing the alignment of individual virtues with the collective well-being of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aXunzi, 340 B.C.-245 B.C. Xunzi
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25314
999 _c66315
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