Rites of Zhou. Rites of Ritual. Records of Rites

Author: Zheng Xuan (Han) and others
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Publishing 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 the 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 ancient Chinese society. The Rites of the School was recorded by the disciples of Confucius and later scholars, covering philosophical discussions, ritual laws, and Confucius' original thoughts on rites. At the end of this article, I would like to say: the era when rites education led to killing 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 Revivalism is not only outdated and ridiculous but also detestable.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 renowned for its rites, while their essence is also sufficient for drawing lessons to heal societal 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 the result of the teachings and enlightenment from Prof. Shen and other senior masters.