Confucianism and the family
By George A. De Vos
In the heart of Asian civilization lies a profound understanding of family as the cornerstone of spiritual and social harmony. This comprehensive exploration reveals how Confucian wisdom continues to shape family dynamics across China, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and Singapore, offering timeless insights for anyone seeking to understand the deeper connections between personal growth and familial relationships.
Drawing from multiple disciplines including religion, philosophy, anthropology, psychology, and psychiatry, this work illuminates the intricate ways Confucian and Neo-Confucian teachings have molded family structures and interpersonal dynamics for centuries. Rather than presenting ancient philosophy as mere historical curiosity, the book demonstrates how these enduring principles continue to influence modern family life and personal development.
Readers will discover how Confucian concepts of filial piety, respect, and social harmony create frameworks for understanding family relationships that transcend cultural boundaries. The interdisciplinary approach reveals both the psychological foundations and spiritual dimensions of family continuity, showing how individual growth occurs within the context of family responsibility and mutual care.
For those interested in Eastern wisdom traditions, family dynamics, or cross-cultural understanding, this scholarly yet accessible work provides valuable perspectives on how ancient teachings remain relevant for contemporary seekers exploring the intersection of personal development and family relationships.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Confucianism
- ✓ Explore Asia, social life and customs
- ✓ Create spiritual family harmony
- ✓ Explore Moeurs et coutumes
- ✓ Explore Family
- ✓ Explore Asie
- ✓ Explore Confucianisme
- ✓ Explore Social life and customs
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Details
- Published
- 1998
- Publisher
- State University of New York Press, SUNY Press
- ISBN-10
- 0791437353
- Pages
- 391
- Language
- EN
