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The Way Of Water And Sprouts Of Virtue (Suny Series, Chinese Philosophy & Culture) (Suny Series In Chinese Philosophy And Cultur,New
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Explicates Early Chinese Thought And Explores The Relationship Between Language And Thought.This Book Maintains That Early Chinese Philosophers, Whatever Their Philosophical School, Assumed Common Principles Informed The Natural And Human Worlds And That One Could Understand The Nature Of Man By Studying The Principles Which Govern Nature. Accordingly, The Natural World Rather Than A Religious Tradition Provided The Root Metaphors Of Early Chinese Thought. Sarah Allan Examines The Concrete Imagery, Most Importantly Water And Plant Life, Which Served As A Model For The Most Fundamental Concepts In Chinese Philosophy Including Such Ideas As Dao, The 'Way,' De, 'Virtue' Or 'Potency,' Xin, The 'Mind/Heart,' Xing 'Nature,' And Qi, 'Vital Energy.' Water, With Its Extraordinarily Rich Capacity For Generating Imagery, Provided The Primary Model For Conceptualizing General Cosmic Principles While Plants Provided A Model For The Continuous Sequence Of Generation, Growth, Reproduction, And Death And Was The Basis For The Chinese Understanding Of The Nature Of Man In Both Religion And Philosophy.'I Find This Book Unique Among Recent Efforts To Identify And Explain Essential Features Of Early Chinese Thought, Because Of Its Emphasis On Imagery And Metaphor.' Christian Jochim, San Jose State University
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Way of Water and Sprouts of Virtue' about? A: This book explores early Chinese philosophy, focusing on the interplay between language and thought, and how natural elements like water and plants shaped foundational concepts such as dao and de.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Way of Water and Sprouts of Virtue' is Sarah Allan, a scholar known for her expertise in Chinese philosophy.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 196 pages, providing a thorough exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Way of Water and Sprouts of Virtue' is a paperback, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'The Way of Water and Sprouts of Virtue' published? A: The book was published on June 12, 1997, and has since been a valuable resource for those interested in Chinese philosophy.
- Q: What condition is this used book in? A: This is a used book in good condition, indicating it has been read but remains in a satisfactory state for continued use.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the relationship between human and natural worlds, the metaphors derived from nature, and their significance in understanding early Chinese thought.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Chinese philosophy? A: Yes, the book is accessible for beginners as it explicates fundamental concepts and provides a clear examination of early Chinese philosophical ideas.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations or images? A: The product details do not specify illustrations, suggesting that it primarily contains text focusing on philosophical concepts.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic studies? A: Yes, 'The Way of Water and Sprouts of Virtue' can be a valuable resource for academic studies in philosophy, particularly for courses related to Chinese thought.