Zeng Guofan's Family Letters and Family Precepts

Author: China National Photographic Art Publishing House
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Publish Date: 2002-06-01
Features: Although Zeng Guofan considered himself a guardian of Confucianism, he was also skilled in integrating and connecting the theory of human nature and principles with practical governance. His ethical thought has its own distinct characteristics. He emphasized the ideals of life, spiritual realms, and moral cultivation, along with specific practices for self-improvement, such as introspection, tempering willpower, diligence and frugality, and avoiding arrogance and vanity. He also strictly adhered to filial piety and fraternal duty, respected teachers and friends, and acted with integrity and dedication in daily affairs. His perseverance and hard work were all part of the excellent cultural spirit of the Chinese nation, possessing lasting value. Therefore, "Zeng Guofan's Family Letters" have maintained their charm over time and have had a significant influence. This book is based on the edition of the Chuanzhong Shuju. It is divided into two volumes: Family Letters and Family Precepts. To facilitate readers' reading and understanding, the historical years of each letter are compared with the Common Era years, and important passages and famous quotes from each letter are placed in the margins for easy reference and memorization. Based on the edition of Chuanzhong Shuju from the late Qing Dynasty, this book compares the Common Era years with the historical years of each letter and extracts important passages and famous sayings from each letter, making it convenient for reading and suitable for collection.