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Manufacturing Confucianism: Chinese Traditions And Universal Civilization,Used
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Could it be that the familiar and beloved figure of Confucius was invented by Jesuit priests? In Manufacturing Confucianism, Lionel M. Jensen reveals this very fact, demonstrating how sixteenth and seventeenthcentury Western missionaries used translations of the ancient ru tradition to invent the presumably historical figure who has since been globally celebrated as philosopher, prophet, statesman, wise man, and saint.Tracing the history of the Jesuits invention of Confucius and of themselves as native defenders of Confuciuss teaching, Jensen reconstructs the cultural consequences of the encounter between the West and China. For the West, a principal outcome of this encounter was the reconciliation of empirical investigation and theology on the eve of the scientific revolution. Jensen also explains how Chinese intellectuals in the early twentieth century fashioned a new cosmopolitan Chinese culture through reliance on the Jesuits Confucius and Confucianism. Challenging both previous scholarship and widespread belief, Jensen uses European letters and memoirs, Christian histories and catechisms written in Chinese, translations and commentaries on the Sishu, and a Latin summary of Chinese culture known as the Confucius Sinarum Philosophus to argue that the national selfconsciousness of Europe and China was bred from a cultural ecumenism wherein both were equal contributors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Manufacturing Confucianism? A: The main theme of Manufacturing Confucianism is the exploration of how Jesuit priests in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries invented the figure of Confucius through translations and interpretations of Chinese traditions, thereby shaping both Western and Chinese cultural identities.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Lionel M. Jensen.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: Manufacturing Confucianism is a scholarly work that delves into historical and cultural analysis, particularly focused on the interactions between Western missionaries and Chinese philosophy.
- Q: When was Manufacturing Confucianism published? A: The book was published on February 2, 1998.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 447 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of Manufacturing Confucianism is paperback.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in Chinese history? A: Yes, the book is suitable for readers interested in Chinese history, philosophy, and the impact of Western thought on Chinese culture.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of Manufacturing Confucianism.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the historical invention of Confucius, the cultural exchanges between the West and China, and the implications of these interactions on both societies.