淮南子 by An Liu
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About this eBook
| Author | Liu, An, 180 BCE-123 BCE |
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| Title | 淮南子 |
| Alternate Title | Huainan Zi |
| Credits | Produced by Xiang-Ru Huang |
| Summary | "淮南子" by An Liu is a philosophical text written in the early Han dynasty. This work, often categorized as a collection of essays, delves into various subjects, including cosmology, ethics, politics, and human nature, emphasizing the concept of Dao (the Way) and its application in everyday life. The text invites readers to reflect on the balance between nature and humanity and the importance of aligning actions with the Dao to achieve harmony in both personal and societal contexts. The opening of "淮南子" introduces readers to the foundational concepts of Dao and highlights its omnipresence in the universe. It describes the Dao as incomprehensible and all-encompassing, governing the natural world and the rhythms of life. Through a series of metaphors and philosophical reflections, the text illustrates how the Dao operates subtly, influencing everything from the movement of celestial bodies to the behavior of living beings. The author emphasizes the need for individuals to cultivate an understanding of the Dao, which leads to tranquility, harmony, and an effective life in accordance with nature's principles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Taoism -- China |
| Subject | Philosophy, Chinese -- 221 B.C.-960 A.D. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24059 |
| Release Date | Dec 28, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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