Confucius
Tzŭ Lu (Chung Yu)
Yen Hui (Tzŭ Yüan)
Tzŭ Kung (Tuan-mu Tz‘ŭ)
Tsêng Tzŭ (Tsêng Shên)
Nan Tzŭ
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The Sayings of Confucius: A New Translation of the Greater Part of the Confucian Analects
by Confucius
About This Book
Ethics -- China, Philosophy, Chinese
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Is it ever justifiable to associate with morally corrupt individuals in order to achieve a greater good for society?
This theme explores the ethical implications of compromising personal morals for the sake of achieving political influence or stability. It questions whether the ends justify the means when dealing with morally questionable individuals or situations. Can a virtuous person maintain their integrity while navigating the complexities of power and governance?
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