Brief Introduction to the Scriptures

Author: Editorial Department of "Historical and Cultural Knowledge"
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Publishing Date: 2005-06-01
Features: Our ancestors created unparalleled splendid culture. The philosophical schools of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, the monumental works of the Han and Wei dynasties, the powerful writings of Han Yu, Liu Yuxi, Ouyang Xiu, and Su Shi, and the life paintings of the Ming and Qing dynasties all reflect a deep sense of society and nation, as well as an anticipation of the universe and the world. The struggles of outstanding figures through the ages have intertwined and resonated, creating a brilliant and enduring tradition of the Chinese nation. This series of works aims to examine the long and splendid Chinese culture from a historical perspective, placing it within the broader context of human civilization, and showcasing the various aspects of five thousand years of culture.
Here, the term "classics" refers to the "Thirteen Classics," which were established during the Song Dynasty and remain familiar to this day—just look at works like Thirteen Classics in Plain Text, Index to the Thirteen Classics, and Annotations and Commentaries on the Thirteen Classics as proof. These are the classics of Confucianism. Taking off the mask, it's really no different. A brief introduction to the classics will focus on the main content of various "classics," their composition dates, and how we view them today. If you wish to study them, how to begin and how to delve deeper will also be discussed. The author provides insights in these areas while also clearing away some obstacles in research.