The Doctrine Of The Mean

The Doctrine of the Mean is a classic Chinese philosophical text written by Confucius, one of the most influential thinkers in Chinese history. This book is a collection of teachings and aphorisms that explore the concept of the ""mean"" or the middle way. According to Confucius, the mean is the balance between two extremes, and it is the key to achieving harmony and balance in all aspects of life.The book is divided into chapters that cover a range of topics, including morality, ethics, governance, and personal conduct. Confucius emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues such as wisdom, justice, and benevolence, and he encourages readers to strive for self-improvement and personal growth.The Doctrine of the Mean is a foundational text of Confucianism, and it has influenced Chinese culture and philosophy for centuries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese philosophy, ethics, and spirituality, and it offers valuable insights into the human condition and the pursuit of a meaningful life.While there are no stirrings of pleasure, anger, sorrow, or joy, the mind may be said to be in the state of Equilibrium. When those feelings have been stirred, and they act in their due degree, there ensues what may be called the state of Harmony. This Equilibrium is the great root from which grow all the human actings in the world, and this Harmony is the universal path which they all should pursue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.