Li Chi: Book of Rites V 2 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161371178)

Li Chi: Book of Rites V 2 is a book written by James Legge, which provides a comprehensive translation of the second volume of the Book of Rites, one of the Five Classics of Confucianism. The Book of Rites is a collection of texts that describe the social norms, rituals, and ceremonies of ancient China. This second volume focuses on the rites and ceremonies associated with the imperial court, including the coronation of the emperor, the worship of ancestors, and the various ceremonies that took place during the reign of the emperor. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the hierarchy and organization of the imperial court, as well as the various offices and positions held by officials. Legge's translation is based on the original Chinese text and includes extensive footnotes and annotations to help readers understand the historical and cultural context of the text. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient China, as well as for scholars of Confucianism and Chinese philosophy.1885. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766139182. Volume 2 of 2. An encyclopedia of ancient ceremonial usages, religious creeds and social institutions. The study of Li Chi is for three main purposes: as a philosophical work relating the principles and functions of ancient rituals and ceremonies; a source concerning the evolution of Confucian thought and how it relates to the development of Chinese civilization; and as a work showing the literary form, style and interest of the text.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.

Author: James Legge
ISBN-10: 1161371176
ISBN-13: 9781161371178
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 504
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.18lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.06d