The Analects

The Analects, a collection of sayings and ideas attributed to Confucius, offers profound insights into the ethics and philosophy of this ancient sage. Rooted in the context of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, the text is written in a conversational style, interspersed with dialogues and reflections that illuminate the core tenets of Confucian thought, such as filial piety, moral integrity, and the importance of virtuous leadership. Its literary simplicity belies the depth of its philosophical inquiry, making it both accessible and richly layered for multiple interpretations across centuries. Confucius, born in 551 BCE in what is... Sonra