Discussing the Relationship between Father and Son, Ruler and Subjects in the <i>Xiaojing</i>: Based on the Dunhuang Manuscripts

It has long been accepted that the ancient Chinese ruler–subjects relationship was a metaphorical extension of the father–son relationship, where loyalty and family reverence were considered synonymous. The Confucian classic the <i>Xiaojing</i> is taken as a significant piece of evidence...

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Main Author: Bisheng Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-07-01
Series:Religions
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/14/7/916