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- ConfuciusThe Master teaches practiced learning, family duty, sincere conduct, and correction of mistakes.First seen in book 1
- Tsze-hsiaHe treats devoted service to parents and ruler, together with sincere friendship, as learning.First seen in book 1
- the philosopher TsangHe describes daily self-examination as part of responsible personal conduct.First seen in book 1
- the philosopher YuHe identifies respect within the family as a root of benevolence.First seen in book 1
- HuiHis conduct demonstrates understanding in the Master's discussions of learning and character.First seen in book 2
- Tsze-kungHe acknowledges that Hui has greater understanding than he does.First seen in book 5
- Tsai YuHis daytime sleep prompts the Master to pay stricter attention to conduct.First seen in book 5
- YungConfucius approves his judgment about governing in a discussion of disciples and officials.First seen in book 6
- Yuan SzeHe receives an official grain allowance that Confucius encourages him to share.First seen in book 6
- Yen YuanHe expresses admiration for the Master and his teaching.First seen in book 9
- Tsze-luHe takes part in a discussion of political ambitions and shows a lack of humility.First seen in book 11
- Kwan ChungConfucius defends him by pointing to the peace and order his leadership brings.First seen in book 14
- Yang HoHe challenges Confucius about withholding his abilities from public service.First seen in book 17
- Tsze-changHe discusses principled public service and rejects avoiding people who offer no benefit.First seen in book 19
- Book 1
The Master and other speakers connect learning with sincerity, family duty, respectful conduct, and correction of faults.
- Book 2
Confucius contrasts government through punishment with government through virtue and explains filial piety through respect.
- Book 3
Confucius criticizes powerful families' ceremonial practices and places humanity and sincere feeling above outward display.
- Book 4
The Master urges virtue in choosing a home, handling wealth, serving rulers, and honoring parents.
- Book 5
The Master assesses disciples' abilities, while Tsze-kung acknowledges Hui's superior understanding.
- Book 6
Confucius praises Yen Hui's learning and restraint, encourages Yuan Sze to share grain, and visits the sick Po-niu.
- Book 7
The Master describes his devotion to ancient learning and expects eagerness and independent thought from pupils.
- Book 8
During illness, Tsang reflects on bodily safety and advises Meng Chang about dignified, sincere conduct.
- Book 9
Facing danger at K’wang, the Master expresses confidence that Heaven protects the cause of truth.
- Book 10
Confucius observes detailed rules of conduct and asks about injured people after a stable fire.
- Book 11
Confucius grieves intensely over Yen Yuan's death but opposes the disciples' elaborate funeral.
- Book 12
Confucius teaches Yen Yuan self-control and proper conduct, and places public trust above weapons and food.
- Book 13
Confucius urges accurate language and tireless service, then recommends prosperity followed by education in Wei.
- Book 14
After a ruler's murder, Confucius requests punishment, but the officials he approaches refuse to act.
- Book 15
Confucius declines to discuss military strategy, leaves the next day, and later answers Tsze-lu's complaint when supplies run out.
- Book 16
Confucius rebukes ministers supporting an attack on Chwan-yu and argues that security depends on harmony and virtue.
- Book 17
Confucius agrees to take office and considers invitations from rebels despite Tsze-lu's objections.
- Book 18
Confucius leaves courts that neglect his teaching and refuses to abandon human society despite criticism of public service.
- Book 19
Disciples debate learning and conduct, and Tsze-kung defends Chung-ni against criticism and claims of his own superiority.
- Book 20
Ancient rulers describe responsibility for the people, while Confucius explains the virtues and abuses of authority to Tsze-chang.
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- homeA home is a place the Master says should be chosen with virtue in mind.First seen in book 4
- K’wangThe Master faces danger here and expresses confidence in Heaven's protection.First seen in book 9
- courtCourt is a setting where Confucius carefully adjusts his speech, bearing, and movements.First seen in book 10
- WeiIn Wei, Confucius recommends prosperity followed by education.First seen in book 13
- ChanConfucius and his followers run out of supplies in Chan.First seen in book 15
- Chwan-yuChwan-yu is the target of a planned attack reported to Confucius.First seen in book 16
- Wu-ch’angWu-ch’ang is a place where Confucius defends education.First seen in book 17
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