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Eastern Philosopher Letter: A Letter by Confucius to a Student on the subject of Governance

This solution was provided for a student needing help in creating an 'in-character' rendition of Eastern Philosophy where his knowledge and understanding of a particular philosopher's teachings were tested by writing a letter on a subject from a particular philosopher's viewpoint. Since in-character writings need more than just detailed knowledge of a philosophy but also a bit of emulative skills to adopt a particular Philosopher's way of writing; the student had asked for help via example. This letter does not only relay Confucius' teachings on governance but also tries to write as he would by using metaphor in lieu of examples and references to Chinese concepts of Heaven, Earth, Responsibility and Filial Piety. The Solution also contains a concise introduction on Confucius, his teachings and an insight into the significance of Confucian Philosophy across varied cultures and nations in the Far East.


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Ancient Chinese Philosopher Confucius was concerned about social harmony and it is one of the many subjects he tackled in his work, the Analects. His Philosophy revolves around virtue, morality,harmony & filial piety, among others. This solution tackles his views on Leadership & Governance and what it means & requires to lead for the leader/emperor & for the society he governs. His views are expressed in a letter to a student (as required by this particular solution). Confucius' philosophy has influenced Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese & Korean thought throughout the centuries & has become an institutional part of these various nations/societies. The solution provides an introductory insight as well as lists additional references on the subject matter.

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