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The Way of Complete Perfection: A Quanzhen Daoist Anthology,Used
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An anthology of English translations of primary texts of the Quanzhen (Complete Perfection) school of Daoism.Originating about 1163 CE, Quanzhen (Complete Perfection) Daoism is one of the most important Daoist movements in Chinese history. It remains the dominant form of monastic Daoism in the modern world, especially in its Longmen (Dragon Gate) lineage. This landmark anthology provides complete or partial translations of twentyone Quanzhen texts. Most have never been translated or even discussed in scholarly literature. Louis Komjathy gives particular attention to work completed by the Quanzhen movement's founder, Wang Chongyang (11131170 CE), and his first generation disciples. Translations include representative works from every major genre of Quanzhen literature, from poetry and discourse records to didactic texts, commentaries, and hagiographies. Three monastic manuals from the late medieval and late imperial periods of Quanzhen history are also included. An introduction to Quanzhen Daoism begins the work, and each chapter provides discussions of the history and topics relevant to each translation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Way of Complete Perfection' about? A: 'The Way of Complete Perfection' is an anthology of English translations of primary texts from the Quanzhen Daoist school, which is a significant movement in Chinese Daoism. It includes translations of twenty-one Quanzhen texts, many of which have not been previously translated.
- Q: Who is the author of this anthology? A: The anthology is authored by Louis Komjathy, who focuses on the works of the Quanzhen movement's founder, Wang Chongyang, and his disciples.
- Q: What kind of texts are included in the anthology? A: The anthology features a variety of texts from major genres of Quanzhen literature, including poetry, discourse records, didactic texts, commentaries, and hagiographies, as well as monastic manuals from various historical periods.
- Q: When was 'The Way of Complete Perfection' published? A: 'The Way of Complete Perfection' was published on January 2, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 468 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Way of Complete Perfection' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book a good resource for studying Daoism? A: Yes, this anthology is a valuable resource for studying Daoism, particularly the Quanzhen school, as it provides translations of important texts along with historical context and discussions.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or images in the book? A: The provided details do not mention any illustrations or images in 'The Way of Complete Perfection', focusing instead on text content.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: This book is intended for readers interested in Daoism, religious studies, and Chinese philosophy, as well as scholars and students seeking translations of Quanzhen texts.
- Q: Can I find this book in digital format? A: The provided details do not specify if 'The Way of Complete Perfection' is available in a digital format. Please check with retailers for availability in eBook formats.