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;Confucianism. World Religions КНИГИ ; КУЛЬТУРА и ИСКУССТВО Автор:Dorothy Hoobler, Thomas Hoobler Название: Confucianism. World ReligionsИздательство: Chelsea House PublicationsГод: 2009 Формат: pdf Размер: 5,89 MB Язык: английский Для сайта: www.mirknig.comLong dismissed as irrelevant by communist China, Confucianism is experiencing a new resurgence in China and around the globe. So-called New Confucianists seek to find a unity between their religion and the modern world, rejecting any form of cultural isolationism. Founded in China 2,500 years ago by a master philosopher,Confucianism was a system of ethical behavior and social responsibility that evolved into one of the great spiritual traditions of the East. It has played a profoundly important role in the evolution of Chinese civilization over the centuries and has had a marked influence on other Asian cultures including those of Vietnam, Korea, and Japan. "Confucianism, Third Edition" clearly outlines the historical development of Confucianism, presents the basic tenets of Confucian thought, traces its evolution in response to the events of Chinese history, and examines its enduring relevance to the contemporary world. Coverage includes: basic concepts and beliefs ofConfucianism ; the teachings of Confucius; Confucian literature, including The Five Classics; the effects of political interference from China, Europe, and the United States; and restoration ofConfucianism in the 21st century.0
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WORLD RELIGIONS
CONFUCIANISM THIRD EDITION
WORLD RELIGIONS African Traditional Religion Baha’i Faith Buddhism Catholicism & Orthodox Christianity Confucianism Daoism Hinduism Islam Judaism Native American Religions Protestantism Shinto Sikhism Zoroastrianism
WORLD RELIGIONS
CONFUCIANISM THIRD EDITION
by Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler Series Editors: Joanne O’Brien and Martin Palmer
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CONTENTS Preface Introduction: The Modern Confucian World Confucius and His Time The Development of Confucianism The Influence of Confucianism Spreads Confucian Literature