顔氏家訓 by Zhitui Yan
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“顏氏家訓” by Zhitui Yan is a didactic work written during the Northern Qi period, likely in the 6th century. This text serves as a moral guide for families, emphasizing the importance of virtuous upbringing, familial relationships, and proper conduct in both personal and social spheres. It reflects the values and teachings of Confucianism, focusing on ethical behavior, the significance of education, and the responsibilities of family members to shape a harmonious household.
The opening of the work presents an introduction followed by a series of lessons that frame the foundation for family discipline, relationships, and governance. The author articulates the need for proper teachings in raising children and nurturing brotherly bonds. Through anecdotes and historical references, he underscores the importance of fostering virtue in children from a young age and maintaining strong familial ties to ensure social harmony. The narrative indicates that wisdom and ethical conduct are essential for both personal growth and the betterment of society, revealing a deep-rooted belief in the responsibilities of lineage and education in cultivating moral character. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Yan, Zhitui, 531-591 |
|---|---|
| Title | 顔氏家訓 |
| Alternate Title | Yan Shi Jia Xun — Complete |
| Credits | Produced by Chingyi Chen |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | Conduct of life |
| Subject | Ethics -- China |
| Subject | Chinese classics -- Bibliography |
| Subject | Philosophers -- China |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 7458 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-07458-0 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1005 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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