Religion In China - Joseph Edkins - Bog

Religion In China: Containing A Brief Account Of The Three Religions Of The Chinese is a comprehensive book written by Joseph Edkins. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the three major religions that exist in China - Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. The author explores the historical, cultural, and philosophical aspects of each religion and provides a detailed account of their beliefs, practices, and rituals.The book begins with an introduction to the religious history of China and how it has evolved over the centuries. It then delves into the three religions, starting with Confucianism, which is based on the teachings of Confucius and emphasizes morality, ethics, and social order. The author explains the Confucian concept of the ""Mandate of Heaven"" and how it has influenced Chinese political thought.The book then moves on to Taoism, which is based on the teachings of Lao Tzu and emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with nature. The author discusses the Taoist concept of yin and yang and how it has influenced Chinese medicine and philosophy.Finally, the book explores Buddhism, which was introduced to China from India and emphasizes the importance of overcoming suffering and achieving enlightenment. The author discusses the different schools of Buddhism that exist in China and how they have adapted to Chinese culture.Overall, Religion In China: Containing A Brief Account Of The Three Religions Of The Chinese is an informative and engaging book that provides a comprehensive overview of the religious landscape of China. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Chinese culture and history.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.