Four Books and Five Classics [Graphic Version] (Volumes 1, 2, and 3) (1)

Author: Ji Jianghong
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: The Four Books and Five Classics, interpreting the authoritative classics of Confucianism from a fresh perspective, integrating the millennia-old heritage of Chinese civilization in a new form; showcasing achievements in Chinese traditional culture such as thought, literature, philosophy, history, painting, and calligraphy; fully experiencing the profound and enduring legacy of the Chinese nation.
Chinese traditional culture, after millennia of accumulation, has passed down many classic works. Among them, the Four Books and Five Classics, as the most important classics of China's greatest philosophical school—Confucianism, have had a significant impact on human thought and social development, rivaling the Bible of Christianity and the Quran of Islam. The Four Books and Five Classics condense the deep reflections of ancient sages on the universe, nature, society, and life, and embody the value norms of moral cultivation and ethical education set by the ancient wise: "A scholar must be magnanimous and resolute, for the burden is heavy and the journey is long," which helps one establish lofty ideals; "Understanding virtue and shame, upholding etiquette and trustworthiness" can regulate one's moral conduct; "Investigating things to gain knowledge" teaches the correct way to understand objective matters; and "Learning is never enough" aligns perfectly with the modern concept of "lifelong learning."
It is precisely these excellent cultural elements that subtly influence and shape the personality ideals, psychological structures, customs, and spiritual qualities of modern people. All of this will become the spiritual wealth that accompanies us throughout life, providing an inexhaustible source of strength to help us continuously progress.
In light of this, we have organized the compilation of The Four Books and Five Classics (Illustrated Edition). This book adopts a format of original translation comparison, selecting timeless masterpieces from the original texts for detailed translation and collation, accompanied by renowned artworks and calligraphies from generations, deeply resonant with the content. It interprets the traditional cultural classics The Four Books and Five Classics from a fresh perspective and integrates the millennia-old heritage of Chinese civilization in a new form, guiding readers across a thousand years of time to engage in a spiritual exchange with the ancients, fully experiencing the profound and enduring legacy of the Chinese nation. This is the essence of this book.
On one hand, The Four Books and Five Classics (Illustrated Edition) truly reflects the examples and style of the original works. On the other hand, in its organization, it incorporates the latest ideas and achievements of contemporary classic studies, allowing readers to engage with the forefront of developments in modern literature, philosophy, and sociology while reading. Therefore, during the compilation process, some chapters and sections were appropriately adjusted to better realize the reading value for readers. We believe that through reading this book, readers will find it beneficial, gaining a fresh understanding and appreciation of this cultural masterpiece that has influenced the Chinese people for millennia.