Introduction to Philology -- A Series of Books for Introduction to Chinese National Studies

Author: Qi Peirong
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: Ancient classics and documents contain profound and substantial philosophy. However, when facing the evolving meanings of words that have been polished by the long river of history, modern people trying to interpret them may find it daunting. The knowledge of "exegesis" opens the door to ancient culture, narrating the origins and evolution of the meanings of language and characters, revealing the various connections between semantics and phonetics, and achieving the practical effect of explaining and verifying the meanings of ancient texts. This book, "An Introduction to Exegesis," not only outlines the basic framework of the history of exegesis but also, supported by numerous small and specific cases, discusses the fundamental issues in exegesis research in a clear and vivid manner, offering many unique insights.