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To Become a Sage: The Ten Diagrams on Sage Learning (NeoConfucian Studies),Used
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Yi Hwang (15011570), better known by his pen name T'oegye, is generally considered Korea's preeminent NeoConfucian scholar. The Ten Diagrams on Sage Learning is his final masterpiece, a distillation of the learning and practice of a lifetime, and one of the most important works of Korean NeoConfucianism. In it he crystallized the essence of NeoConfucian philosophy and spiritual practice in ten brief chapters that begin with the grand vision of the universe and conclude with a description of a welllived day. In To Become a Sage, Michael Kalton supplements a superb translation of this pivotal text with useful commentary that will greatly enhance its value and interest to the lay reader.The Ten Diagrams is the first complete primary text of Korean NeoConfucianism to be translated into English. Korea's Yi Dynasty (13921910), the only East Asian regime founded exclusively under NeoConfucian auspices, was unique in its allegiance to the orthodox Ch'eng Chu school, predominant in China, Korea, and Japan. Although the Ten Diagrams is a relatively short work, it fully presents the entire vision of NeoConfucianism as framed in that school. Kalton provides a brief history of NeoConfucianism in China and Korea as well as commentary that includes extensive passages from T'oegye's voluminous personal correspondence. These annotations expand the meaning distilled in each chapter. They help the uninitiated reader understand the basic elements of the complex Ch'eng Chu school of NeoConfucianism, while enabling the scholar to distinguish characteristic aspects of Korean NeoConfucianism as presented in the thought of the nation's leading philosopher of the time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'To Become a Sage' about? A: 'To Become a Sage: The Ten Diagrams on Sage Learning' is a translation and commentary on Yi Hwang's final masterpiece, which encapsulates essential Neo-Confucian philosophy and spiritual practice.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Yi T'oegye, a prominent Neo-Confucian scholar from Korea, who lived from 1501 to 1570.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 278 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'To Become a Sage' published? A: 'To Become a Sage' was published on October 15, 1988.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Neo-Confucianism? A: Yes, the book includes useful commentary that enhances understanding for both lay readers and scholars.
- Q: What are the main themes covered in the Ten Diagrams? A: The Ten Diagrams covers the grand vision of the universe and the elements of a well-lived day, encapsulating the essence of Neo-Confucian philosophy.
- Q: Does the book include historical context? A: Yes, Michael Kalton provides a brief history of Neo-Confucianism in China and Korea in his commentary.
- Q: What makes this translation unique? A: This is the first complete primary text of Korean Neo-Confucianism translated into English, making it significant for English-speaking audiences.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic study? A: Absolutely, the annotations and commentary provide depth, making it suitable for academic study as well as personal exploration.