Rites of Zhou. Rites of Ritual. Records of Rites

Author: Zheng Xuan
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: The "Three Rites" consist of the Rites of Zhou, Rites of Rites, and Rites of the School. The Rites of Zhou is a work that discusses the establishment of a state and the appointment of officials, preserving a large amount of pre-Qin historical materials. The Rites of Rites has ancient origins and a broad scope, retaining rich historical records of China's upper ancient society. The Rites of the School was recorded by Confucius's disciples and later scholars, covering philosophical thoughts, ritual laws, and Confucius's original ideas on rites. What I want to say at the end of this article is: the era when rites education killed people has long passed. Revivalism is not only outdated and ridiculous but also detestable. However, the Three Rites have their own essence. The entire Three Rites are highly important for studying the history of a nation known for its rites, while their essence is also sufficient for drawing lessons from social wounds. I hope this annotated edition of the Three Rites will be beneficial to society and its readers. If there are any merits in the punctuation and annotations, it is due to the teachings and enlightenment of Shen Shi and other senior masters.