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The Analects

Aphorisms and Anecdotes from the Paragon of Chinese Sages

Confucius

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Description

The Analects is a collection of twenty “books” that contain valuable quotes and sayings from the Chinese philosopher Confucius, as well as his disciples. These words of wisdom date back thousands of years, but they have remained remarkably relevant throughout the ages. 

Who Should Listen

  • Anyone interested in ancient wisdom from the East
  • Leaders looking for philosophical guidance in their lives
  • History buffs and folks who enjoy ideas from the past

About the Authors

Confucius was born in the ancient Chinese state of Lu and lived between the years of 551 and 479 BC. Very little is known about his life, though it is believed that he was born to humble means and worked as a low-level public official. During his lifetime he was a teacher and philosopher, known to his disciples by the name Kǒngzǐ.