Five Classics aphorisms and famous quotes

Author: Huang Zhongyi, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: The traditional thought and culture of the Chinese nation have a long history. After the emergence of writing in the Shang Dynasty and the establishment of rites and music by the Duke of Zhou, ancient thought and culture took shape, represented by the Six Classics (Shijing, Shujing, Liji, Yijing, Chunqiu). The compilation of the Six Classics by Confucius made unparalleled contributions to the continuity and development of traditional Chinese thought and culture. In the Four Divisions of ancient Chinese classics (Jing, Shi, Zi, Ji), the works in the last three divisions often cite arguments from the Jing division as theoretical foundations. The Five Classics are indeed the ideological origins of traditional Chinese culture. The maxims selected in The Five Classics: Famous Sayings and Quotations are derived from the Shijing, Shujing, Yijing, Zuozhuan, and Liji (including Daxue and Zhongyong). The maxims from The Analects and Mencius are found in Famous Sayings and Quotations from the Collection of the Masters. The compilation of The Five Classics: Famous Sayings and Quotations is an attempt to gather the essence of the Five Classics in the form of maxims. The over 600,000-character The Five Classics: Famous Sayings and Quotations (including explanations, original texts, and annotations) essentially condenses the essence of the Five Classics. These profound and enlightening maxims, rich in philosophical wisdom, educational significance, and cautionary messages, serve as excellent guides for self-cultivation and are also a collection of materials for studying the history of thought. In summary, the maxims of the Five Classics help readers refine their moral character, enhance their wisdom, and develop their talents.