Publisher's Synopsis
The Sacred Books of China V2: The Sacred Books of the East V16 is a comprehensive book that delves into the religious and philosophical texts of ancient China. Written by F. Max Muller, a renowned scholar of comparative religion, this volume is part of a larger series titled The Sacred Books of the East, which aims to provide English translations of sacred texts from various Eastern religions.This particular volume focuses on the sacred books of China, including the Yijing (Book of Changes), the Shujing (Book of Documents), and the Liji (Book of Rites). These texts are considered foundational to Chinese philosophy and religion, and have had a profound influence on Chinese culture for thousands of years.Muller's translation and commentary provide readers with a deep understanding of the texts, their historical context, and their significance within Chinese culture. The book also includes an introduction that provides an overview of the history and development of Chinese religion and philosophy.Overall, The Sacred Books of China V2: The Sacred Books of the East V16 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese religion, philosophy, or culture. Muller's expertise and careful translation make these ancient texts accessible to modern readers, while his commentary provides valuable insights into their meaning and significance.1879. The Sacred Books of the East series, comprising fifty volumes, has translations of key sacred texts of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. The series was edited by the famous linguist Max Muller, who also produced many of the translations and were the foundational documents for the new discipline known as the comparative science of religions. The Sacred Books of China; The Texts of Confucianism Part II contains The YI King. Contents: The YI King from the Twelfth Century B.C. to the Commencement of the Christian Era; and The Subject-Matter of the Text. The Lineal Figures and the Explanation of Them. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
