The Analects (Chinese Lunyu) is one of the most influential texts in Chinese philosophy. It was compiled by the disciples of Confucius (551–479 BCE) and their followers, though scholars argue over exactly when. D. C. Lau holds the traditional...

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Confucius and the Analects: New Essays. Edited by Bryan W. Van Norden. New York: Oxford University Press, 2002. Pp. x + 342. Hardcover $65.00. Paper $24.95. Confucius: Analects with Selections from Traditional Commentaries. Translated by Edward Slingerland. Indianapolis: Hackett Publishing, 2003. Pp....

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In the following essay, Yearley advocates applying to the Analects the same modern scholarship methods that are used in studying the New Testament.

In the following essay, Zhang explores the place of rights and duties in the Confucian view of human dignity.

In the following essay, Jensen traces the evolution of scholars's understanding of Confucian concepts over the centuries.

This essay is an analysis and critique of the Analects by Confucius. The Analects' views on government, family, society and personal conduct are reviewed, and the author offers his own opinions and interpretations.