The Philosophy of Zongheng
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Editor's review
From a professional standpoint, the book's value lies in its bold interdisciplinary attempt and imaginative historical reconstruction. It does not offer definitive answers but leads readers into a series of fundamental questions: How is the sacred shaped and used in human history? How have the theological ideas of different civilizations influenced their political structures and social ethics? The author seems more committed to building a platform for thought than to transmitting a doctrine.
For readers, reading this book is more like an intellectual adventure. Its language combines literary color with speculative depth, and some chapters' use of historical allusions and philosophical concepts requires a certain knowledge base for full appreciation. It is not light leisure reading, but for readers interested in comparative religion, intellectual history or grand narratives, it offers ample material and a distinctive perspective capable of stimulating deep reflection and discussion.
Who it's for
A good fit for
- Readers with a strong interest in comparative religion, philosophy of religion or intellectual history
- Readers who enjoy nonfiction with grand narratives and a speculative bent
- Explorers dissatisfied with a single religious perspective who long to understand the concept of the "sacred" from a broader dimension
- Readers who can enjoy the intellectual challenge of reading and are in no hurry for simple conclusions
Not a good fit for
- Readers seeking exposition of the orthodox doctrine of one particular religion or spiritual guidance
- Readers expecting a traditional academic work with a clear structure and explicit arguments
Reading tips
- It is not necessary to finish the book quickly in one go; read it in batches by chapter or theme, leaving time for digestion and reflection.
- It may help to note down questions or associations the reading triggers; the book's openness lies precisely in how it connects with the reader's own knowledge system.
- If some historical events or philosophical schools mentioned are unfamiliar, moderate further reading will greatly enrich the experience.
About the publisher
Xinjiang People's Publishing House is a comprehensive publishing institution in Xinjiang, carrying out publishing work in six languages: Chinese, Uyghur, Kazakh, Mongolian, Kyrgyz, and Xibe. Its books in our database number 35, covering biography, social fiction, health, classic works, inspirational growth, and essays. Representative titles include Wu Sangui: The Two-Faced King, Mini Stories: Philosophical Gems, The Complete Encyclopedia of Women's Beauty Care, The Art of Navigating the World, Philosophical Essays: True Meaning of Life, and No Reason to Be Fragile, while its authors include Liu Xiutie, Jin Cheng, Liao Ran, Gudong, and Xiang Yanping. Judging from the books in our database, the house has developed certain strengths in lifestyle and health, mini stories and philosophical essays, biographies, and inspirational reading; its multilingual publishing background, combined with such popular titles, forms part of its publishing profile. Public information on other publishing details is limited.
Contents
- 天之正也，不可逆之
- 盛神法五龙
- 通达之神盛，乃能养志
- 内以养气，外以知人
- 养志之始务在安己
- 心宜安静，虑宜深远
- 计谋之虑，务在实意
- 威覆盛，则内实坚
- 散势者，待闻而动
- 转圆者，无穷之计
- 人事无穷，各成其类
- 物有成功，不可不察
- 中经，振穷趋急
- 道贵制人，不贵制于人
- 以道为形，以德为容
- 声气不同，恩爱不接
- 弱而解之，强而削之
- 缀己之言，使有余思
- 令人恐畏而后安其心
- 喜以漫澜之命，使有后会
- 转危为安，救亡使存
- 以天下之心虑者，无不知
- 赏信刑正
- 名实相生，反相为情
- 贤愚勇怯，可捭可阖
- 捭之贵周，阖之贵密
- 关心以捭阖，制神以出入
- 捭阖之道，无所不可
- 反以知彼，覆以知己
- 道合其事，彼自出之
- 听真伪，知同异，得其情
- 自知，而后知人
- 内者进说辞，者所谋
- 事有不合，圣人不谋
- 得其情，乃制其术
- 若欲去之，因危与之
- 抵之道，塞、却、息、匿
- 无抵而藏，有抵而谋
- 引钩箝制之辞，飞而箝之
- 钩其所好，以箝求之
- 世无常贵，事无常师
- 善向背者，协四海包诸侯
- 量权天下，揣情诸侯
- 极人欲而知其情
- 飞蠕动，无不有利害
- 摩此符彼
- 谋之于阴，成之于阳
- 谋欲贵周，说与通者
- 变其言者，求其所欲
- 参调而应，利道而动
- 精则用之，利则行之
- 听贵聪，智贵明，辞贵奇
- 所以亲疏者，损益也
- 愚人以短，用人以长
- 去之者，纵之；纵之者，乘之
- 事贵制人，不贵制于人
- 凡决物，必托于疑者
- 决物，度往验来，参之平素
- 盛衰与散，皆凭众也
- 盗亦有道，其道有殊
- 勤于修养方可立身
- 仁德之行贵在自觉
- 大义大度士所遵循
- 审己所余强其不足
- 患己不立患时不遇
- 善于文辞还须求实
- 勿揭隐私勿求雷同
- 大度容人英雄本色
- 人有内美也需衣装
- 贤士功名修身假道
- 君子固穷不随流俗
- 先要自帧才行大志
- 知人善任为政之本
- 用其所长，避其所短
- 料才核能治世之要
- 才有参差各得其所
- 人未易知不可轻信
- 知士有术多方观察
- 内在气质考察宜细
- 心气内蓄以色取之
- 隐恶之人还须深究
- 国岂无士要在识别
- 荐才求实不可求全
- 礼其所归赏其献身
- 知人未易人未易知
- 人以类聚志同相亲
- 尊重贤士勿图虚名
- 良士称贤须有伯乐
- 知人则哲唯帝难之
- 意有所疑联想成真
- 贤明之君，从善如流
- 四处受宠，人臣之耻
- 自求伊祜方可立世
- 臣贤国昌去之何愚
- 说之难也予欲无言
- 揣摩人情言须得当
- 以物钓情人心可测
- 以言钓情说话慎之
- 以志钓情重在观察
- 欲有所变其情外现
- 试人以事其情必出
- 贞而不谅唯义所在
- 用与无用相对而言
- 名实相符尊以显位
- 得人则兴失士则崩
- 服道致士待如师友
- 礼贤下士王者风范
- 人主有道方能用贤
- 毁誉是非不可定矣
- 孰是孰非不可不察
- 在君为君各为其主
- 忠未必信孝未必爱
- 同气相求同美相妒
- 不为祸死不为福先
- 君有三守不完则殆
- 三劫止塞王行其道
- 民信其赏臣畏其刑
- 君子所好臣以事之
- 民乐其政莫之能伤
- 任法去私国无隙蠹
- 道德仁义为人之本
- 恭谨修身以立于世
- 长于博谋安于忍辱
- 潜移默化自然似之
- 远香近臭熟轻生重
- 身边高士未为人敬
- 帝王犹学况夫凡庶
- 与其愧辱不如勤学
- 积财千万不如薄技
- 金玉磨莹美其矿璞
- 读书之事贵在致用
- 学犹种树春华秋实
- 人幼神专应当早学
- 学不患晚患乎不学
- 旁无余地必致颠溺
- 巧伪承羞不如拙诚
- 四海悠悠皆慕名者
- 嘉名美誉冕服墙宇
- 多言多败多事多患
- 以浅裁深安有肯服
- 欲不可纵志不可满
- 养生之道虑祸为先
- 生虽足惜不可苟惜
- 忠不过职职不过官
- 得道则理失道则乱
- 察古鉴今扬长避短
- 富国强兵以何为先
- 赏罚之道不可无度
- 贤君慈父如何体现
- 人之知礼可在贫富
- 治道之要知下之能
- 尚信之主难治季世
- 进贤为功勿越权限
- 诸家之说相辅相成
- 宁固根本革易时弊
- 前志垂教皆可理违
- 万乘之主应善借力
- 人心不同其犹人面
- 政出多门国不可治
- 欲厚与薄宜以亏靡
- 物有所宜材有所施
- 事在四方要在中央
- 圣人列制臣民守之
- 缘法而治按功而赏
- 法制之道不可不慎
- 有道之国务在弱民
- 善民则亲利之则和
- 力富则淫淫则有虱
- 主贵多变国贵少变
- 守一者治守十者乱
- 贫则重赏富则轻赏
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About the author
Public information about Gu Dong is limited, and no clear records of the author's identity, dates of birth and death, or nationality are available. Judging from the eighteen works held in the library, Gu Dong's writing centers on traditional thought and practical wisdom for living. Representative titles include Wondrous Learning for Navigating the World, The Divine Learning of Strategy, Confucian Self-Cultivation, Ancient and Modern Studies of the Book of Changes, The Philosophy of Conducting Oneself, The Learning of Living Well, and A General Study of Humor. These works draw largely on Confucianism, the Book of Changes, and the philosophy of dealing with others, while also touching on categories such as inspirational growth, literary appreciation, and fate calculation. They reflect the author's interest in organizing classical resources and presenting them in accessible form. The titles often end with the word "learning," suggesting an approach that classifies traditional wisdom for easy daily use, with a practical and popular style suited to general readers seeking guidance on self-cultivation, social conduct, and the enjoyment of everyday life.
