Middle Path

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Middle Path is one of the Four Books (四書) of Confucian scriptures

According to a historian named Shi Ma Chan (司馬遷), Middle Path (中庸) was written by Confucius’ grandson Tzu Su (子思). Middle path consisted of fundamental philosophy of Tao, which was the core value and concept of Confucianism. Middle Path was later re-organized into 33 chapters by a person named Zu Xi (朱熹). The doctrine emphasized on virtue and morality; however, the doctrine had a pattern around Tao.

Take note that Tao originated from the mandate of Heaven and a person should not deviate from Tao; therefore, the cultivation of Tao is continuous through learning process of our daily life.

If you searched through the internet, 中庸 Zhong yong is also translated as:

• Doctrine of the mean
• Middle Way

Translation with Explanation

I am grateful to have this opportunity to translate and explain Middle Path. If my translation and explanation deviated from the meaning, I ask for your forgiveness.

• Preface
• Chapter 1
• Chapter 2
• Chapter 3
• Chapter 4
• Chapter 5
• Chapter 6
• Chapter 7
• Chapter 8
• Chapter 9
• Chapter 10
• Chapter 11
• Chapter 12
• Chapter 13
• Chapter 14
• Chapter 15
• Chapter 16
• Chapter 17

Reference

1. 中庸白話淺釋 周新發,陳樹旺 正一善出版社
2. 四書心德 (學庸) 孟穎編輯 靝巨書局憁經銷
3. James Legge Translation