Book of Confucian Philosophy on Life: Confucianism

Author: Nie Qing
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: We have carefully selected a few waves from the vast ocean of stories in Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism for this edited book, "The Life Philosophy of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism." It gathers the various life experiences and earnest teachings of ancient sages in terms of how to conduct oneself, cultivate character, and nurture one's nature, presenting them to you. If you are fortunate enough to be accompanied by this book, it may add some joy to your life journey, perhaps find a glimmer of hope in your troubled life, boost your faith when it is about to wane, inject a bit of vitality into your somewhat dim life, and find a haven for your wounded soul to rest and heal. Thus, it will help you face the complex reality with a clear mind, remain steadfast in your life beliefs amidst the temptations of the mortal world, and stir up the courage to create in times of restlessness, confidently forging a new life for yourself, making your life more fulfilling, more substantial, your work more accomplished, and your body and mind healthier. When you are at rest after work or labor, you can take a moment to feel the warmth of happiness and calmly appreciate the brilliance of life! This is our small wish, hoping it becomes your choice and need. As the ancients said, "Water flowing down the mountain has no intention, and clouds returning to the cave are also without purpose; if life can be like clouds and water, then even iron trees will bloom spring all over the world." The path of life lies in your heart, and everything is within your perception. "May I ask where the path lies? The path lies beneath your feet!" This is also like an iron lock—no matter how beautiful and strong it may be, without the key to unlock it, it cannot function and will only rust and decay. So, where is the "golden key" that can unlock the "iron lock" of life? Go to the sages and ancient sages for it, go to the stories of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism for it! "The Life Philosophy of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism" provides you with such a convenience. After reading these simple and easy-to-understand stories that shine with the light of life philosophy, you may feel a sudden sense of enlightenment, thereby deepening your spiritual understanding of real-life perspectives and gaining more clever insights in how to conduct yourself and interact with others. Opportunities are everywhere, and your wisdom lies beneath your feet—everything is within your grasp.