Confucius loved books and learning, but he grew up during a time of great suffering and warfare in China. Troubled by the chaos he saw all around him, he devoted his life to reforming his society and government, with ideas about education and leadership that still resonate today. He encouraged everyone—especially rulers—to live moral lives, emphasizing the value of tradition and compassion. And five hundred years before Jesus set forth his Golden Rule, Confucius declared his Golden Mean: “Never impose on others what you would not choose for yourself.â€
Confucius loved books and learning, but he grew up during a time of great suffering and warfare in China. Troubled by the chaos he saw all around him, he devoted his life to reforming his society and government, with ideas about education and leadership that still resonate today. He encouraged everyone—especially rulers—to live moral lives, emphasizing the value of tradition and compassion. And five hundred years before Jesus set forth his Golden Rule, Confucius declared his Golden Mean: “Never impose on others what you would not choose for yourself.â€
Confucius: Great Teacher of China
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ISBN-13: | 9781620141939 |
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Publisher: | Lee & Low Books, Inc. |
Publication date: | 01/09/2018 |
Pages: | 48 |
Sales rank: | 210,204 |
Product dimensions: | 10.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d) |
Age Range: | 8 - 10 Years |