Confucian Wisdom for the 21st Century: A Selected Rendition

Shiu L. Kong

Our world today is troubled by war and conflicts, and leaders are seeking solutions from different sources, and some are turning to the Confucian principles of benevolence, righteousness, priority, and trust for moral guidance. These are simple concepts pertaining to human relationships and personal development. This book is a rendition of selected parts of The Four Books, focusing on the nature and morality of man, the education process, and the perfect personality, and will help the modern reader to appreciate the essence of Confucian wisdom.

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About the Author

Shiu L. Kong is Professor Emeritus of Psychology of the University of Toronto, Canada. He previously taught at the Faculty of Education of The Chinese University of Hong Kong and was Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Lingnan College. He has been consultant of UNESCO, UNICEF, World Bank, and the governments of Canada, PRC and South Korea. He has published extensively on psychology, education, and social development.

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