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Zhongyong Introduction Table of content – The Doctrine of the Mean

Confucius' grandson comments about the Way and human nature. Tr. Legge (en)

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XVII. The virtue of filial piety, exemplified in Shun as carried to the highest point, and rewarded by Heaven.

Zhongyong XVII. 3.

"Thus it is that Heaven, in the production of things, is sure to be bountiful to them, according to their qualities. Hence the tree that is flourishing, it nourishes, while that which is ready to fall, it overthrows.

Legge XVII.3.

《诗经·大雅·假乐》上说:‘善良而可爱的君子,具有光明磊落的美德,能够安抚百姓,能够任用贤臣,接受上天的福禄,上天保佑他,多多赐以恩泽。’

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