The Canon of History embraces a period extending from the middle of the 24th century B.C. to B.C. 721. Was edited by Confucius from then existing documents.
The Canon of Poetry is a collection of irregular lyrics in vogue among the people many centuries before the Christian era. Collected and arranged by Confucius.
The Record of Rites contains a number of rules for the performance of ceremonies and guidance of individual conduct.
Spring and Autumn consists of the annals of the petty kingdom of Lu from 722 to 484 B.C. Is the work of Confucius himself.
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[238] See No. XXIII., [note 154].
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[239] To be presented to the Emperor before taking up his post.
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[240] Hoping thus to interest Buddha in his behalf.
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[241] In accordance with Chinese usage, by which titles of nobility are often conferred upon the dead parents of a distinguished son.
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[242] In which Peking is situated.
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[243] A common form of revenge in China, and one which is easily carried through when the prosecutor is a man of wealth and influence.
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