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An Introduction to Confucianism
by Xinzhong Yao

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Publisher Comments:

There are important differences in the ways Confucianism has been presented in the hands of different scholars. Written by a Chinese scholar based in the West, this book uses both traditional and contemporary scholarship and draws together the many strands of Confucianism in a style accessible to students, teachers, and general readers interested in one of the world's major religious traditions. There are questions at the end of each chapter to enhance textbook use.

Review:

"This book not only acquaints us with the rich history of Confucianism, but also it delimits its contemporary relevance....For a rounded account of Confucian thought, ethics, ritual and spirituality, I thoroughly recommend it." Ninian Smart, University of California, Santa Barbara

Review:

"...solid and well-organized book..." Religious Studies Review

Synopsis:

Taking into account the history and range of Confucian Studies, this book introduces Confucianism - initiated in China by Confucius (551 BC — 479 BC) - primarily as a philosophical and religious tradition. It draws together the many strands of Confucianism in a style accessible to students, teachers, and general readers.

Synopsis:

Introduces the many strands of Confucianism in a style accessible to students and general readers.
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About the Author

Xinzhong Yao is Chair of the Department of Theology and Religious Studies at the University of Wales, Lampeter. He has doctorates from the People's University of China, Beijing, and from the University of Wales, Lampeter. Dr. Yao has published widely in the area of philosophy and religious studies and is the author of five monographs including Confucianism and Christianity and Daode Huodong Lun, four translations (from English to Chinese), and about fifty academic papers. He is a fellow of the Royal Scoiety of Arts.
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Table of Contents

'Preface; List of illustrations; Confucianism in history: chronological table; Introduction: Confucian studies East and West; 1. Confucianism, Confucius and Confucian classics; 2. Evolution and transformation - a historical perspective; 3. The way of Confucianism; 4. Ritual and religious practice; 5. Confucianism and its modern relevance; Bibliography; Glossary; Index.\n

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Product Details

ISBN:
9780521644303
Author:
Yao, Xinzhong
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press
Author:
Yao, Xinzhong
Location:
Cambridge ;
Subject:
Eastern
Subject:
Buddhism
Subject:
Confucianism
Subject:
Buddhism - General
Subject:
Eastern - General
Edition Number:
1
Edition Description:
Hardback
Series:
Introduction to Religion
Series Volume:
98-651
Publication Date:
February 2000
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
362
Dimensions:
8.91x5.95x.81 in. 1.15 lbs.
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