Light from the East Or Studies in Japanese Confucianism

Light from the East: Studies in Japanese Confucianism is a book written by Robert Cornell Armstrong that delves into the philosophy and teachings of Confucianism in Japan. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development of Confucianism in Japan, examining its influence on Japanese culture, politics, and society. The author explores the various schools of thought within Japanese Confucianism, including the teachings of influential figures such as Yamazaki Ansai, Ogyu Sorai, and Arai Hakuseki. He also examines the relationship between Confucianism and other religions in Japan, such as Buddhism and Shintoism.Throughout the book, Armstrong emphasizes the practical applications of Confucianism in everyday life, including its role in education, ethics, and governance. He also highlights the ways in which Confucianism has adapted and evolved over time to meet the changing needs of Japanese society.Overall, Light from the East: Studies in Japanese Confucianism is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of Japanese Confucianism, as well as its impact on Japanese culture and society.1904. A volume in the University of Toronto Studies in Philosophy. This work is presented to the public in the hope that it will throw light on some of the formative elements of Japanese civilization, and lead to a better understanding of Japanese character and life. Armstrong endeavors to give an outline of the history of Japanese Confucianism. The title is given to this book because any intensive study of thought in Japan involves more or less knowledge of Korea, China and India. The schools of Confucianism, which originated in China in the Sung and Ming dynasties, assimilated much from Northern Buddhism which comes from India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.