Ten Li's Essential Sayings (Vol. 1 and 2)

Author: Xiong Shili
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Publish Date: 1997-03-01
Features: This book collects Xiong Shili's letters, short essays, speeches, and quotations, totaling over 300,000 words. The content is extremely rich. Primarily, it explains his philosophical ideas of the "New Consciousness Theory," as presented in letters or Q&A formats, making the arguments concise yet insightful, greatly benefiting readers in understanding the core of Xiong Shili's philosophy. His explanations are accompanied by critiques of traditional Chinese philosophy, Western philosophy, and Buddhist studies, offering many profound insights. Additionally, Shili Yu Yao points out historical events, evaluates figures, criticizes contemporary trends, and interprets classics, touching on a wide range of cultural issues. A particularly valuable aspect is that Xiong Shili not only guides his students on how to grow as individuals and how to read, but also demonstrates the path of moral cultivation and academic pursuit in everything he does. Moreover, he is not afraid to dissect himself, criticizing his own temperament and actions. This allows modern readers to glimpse the ambitious style of a Confucian sage and his candid personality, thus elevating Shili Yu Yao beyond the limitations of New Consciousness Theory. For philosophy professionals, this book complements New Consciousness Theory; for general readers, Shili Yu Yao is arguably the best introduction to Xiong Shili, his thoughts, and his era. Therefore, it is highly recommended to today's readers.