Confucius: Doctrine of the Mean

By K'ung-fu Tzu

A cornerstone of Confucian thought, The Doctrine of the Mean offers a profound exploration of ethical and social harmony rooted in personal virtue. This essential text outlines the concept of 'jen'-often translated as 'human-heartedness'-and its role in cultivating the 'chun tzu', or 'superior person, ' who governs and influences others by moral example rather than force.

Framed within the broader turmoil of ancient China's Warring States period, the work presents a vision of stability through adherence to 'li', the guiding principles of social order and propriety. Through this lens, Confucius advocates for a society shaped by reciprocal relationships, ethical self-cultivation, and reverence for tradition.

This enduring classic reveals the moral architecture that underpins Confucianism and its lasting legacy in East Asian thought. It remains a vital guide to understanding how personal virtue can serve as the foundation for lasting social harmony.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 139766777X
• ISBN13: 9781397667779
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Left of Brain Books
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.3" x 8.0"