New English translation of Book 4 of the Analects of Confucius. Key themes include goodness, leadership, filial piety, and profit.
Latest update: 4 October 2016
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New English translation of Book 5 of the Analects of ConfuciusRichard Brown
New English translation of Book 2 of the Analects of Confucius. Key themes include goodness, leadership, timeliness, and hypocrisy.
Latest update: 27 June 2016
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Latest update: 4 June 2016
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New English translation of Book 3 of the Analects of ConfuciusRichard Brown
The key theme of this book is the appropriate application the rites - the cultural glue that ensures the smooth operation of society.
Latest update: 4 September 2016
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New English translation of Book 2 of the Analects of ConfuciusRichard Brown
New English translation of Book 2 of the Analects of Confucius. Key themes include governance, leadership, filial piety, and learning.
Latest update: 15 September 2016
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Disciples of Confucius: Analects Book 2 Richard Brown
Breakdown of the appearances of Confucius's disciples in Book 2 of the Analects.
Latest update: 9 June 2016
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Disciples of Confucius: Analects Book 3 Richard Brown
Breakdown of the appearances of Confucius's disciples in Book 3 of the Analects.
Latest update: 9 June 2016
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New English translation of Book 5 of the Analects of ConfuciusRichard Brown
New English translation of Book 2 of the Analects of Confucius. Key themes include goodness, leadership, timeliness, and hypocrisy.
Latest update: 27 June 2016
For more information, please visit www.brownbeat.net.
Latest update: 4 June 2016
For more information, please visit www.brownbeat.net.
New English translation of Book 3 of the Analects of ConfuciusRichard Brown
The key theme of this book is the appropriate application the rites - the cultural glue that ensures the smooth operation of society.
Latest update: 4 September 2016
For more information, please visit www.brownbeat.net.
New English translation of Book 2 of the Analects of ConfuciusRichard Brown
New English translation of Book 2 of the Analects of Confucius. Key themes include governance, leadership, filial piety, and learning.
Latest update: 15 September 2016
For more information, please visit www.brownbeat.net.
Disciples of Confucius: Analects Book 2 Richard Brown
Breakdown of the appearances of Confucius's disciples in Book 2 of the Analects.
Latest update: 9 June 2016
For more information, please visit www.brownbeat.net.
Disciples of Confucius: Analects Book 3 Richard Brown
Breakdown of the appearances of Confucius's disciples in Book 3 of the Analects.
Latest update: 9 June 2016
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Leadership wasn’t a theoretical concept to Confucius. It was rather a set of qualities and behaviors that you should cultivate in order to guide your thoughts and actions.
This presentation summarizes some of the most important characteristics that Confucius believed a leader (君子/jūnzǐ) should possess using quotes from Book 1 of the Analects.
Disciples of Confucius: Analects Book 4 Richard Brown
Breakdown of the appearances of Confucius's disciples in Book 4 of the Analects.
Latest update: 9 June 2016
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An overview of key trends we are seeing in the Greater China video wall and digital signage markets, including smart cities and pop-up installations. To learn more, please visit www.brownbeat.net.
3D Printing for SMEs: Threats and OpportunitiesRichard Brown
A summary of the threats and opportunities that the emergence of 3D printing presents SMEs, as well as some tips on how SMEs can utilize fast prototyping to create innovative new products and services open up new business opportunities.
An overview of the main elements of social manufacturing, including open hardware, digital fabrication, and crowdfunding, and the potential they have to enable the proliferation of the emerging new generation of connected hardware devices. I gave this presentation at the International Conference of Industrial Innovation at Taiwan NCCU on 15 March 2013.
Integrity in leadership builds trust by ensuring consistency between words an...Ram V Chary
Integrity in leadership builds trust by ensuring consistency between words and actions, making leaders reliable and credible. It also ensures ethical decision-making, which fosters a positive organizational culture and promotes long-term success. #RamVChary
Enriching engagement with ethical review processesstrikingabalance
New ethics review processes at the University of Bath. Presented at the 8th World Conference on Research Integrity by Filipa Vance, Head of Research Governance and Compliance at the University of Bath. June 2024, Athens
Specific ServPoints should be tailored for restaurants in all food service segments. Your ServPoints should be the centerpiece of brand delivery training (guest service) and align with your brand position and marketing initiatives, especially in high-labor-cost conditions.
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Foodservice Consulting + Design
Leadership wasn’t a theoretical concept to Confucius. It was rather a set of qualities and behaviors that you should cultivate in order to guide your thoughts and actions.
This presentation summarizes some of the most important characteristics that Confucius believed a leader (君子/jūnzǐ) should possess using quotes from Book 1 of the Analects.
Disciples of Confucius: Analects Book 4 Richard Brown
Breakdown of the appearances of Confucius's disciples in Book 4 of the Analects.
Latest update: 9 June 2016
For more information, please visit www.brownbeat.net.
An overview of key trends we are seeing in the Greater China video wall and digital signage markets, including smart cities and pop-up installations. To learn more, please visit www.brownbeat.net.
3D Printing for SMEs: Threats and OpportunitiesRichard Brown
A summary of the threats and opportunities that the emergence of 3D printing presents SMEs, as well as some tips on how SMEs can utilize fast prototyping to create innovative new products and services open up new business opportunities.
An overview of the main elements of social manufacturing, including open hardware, digital fabrication, and crowdfunding, and the potential they have to enable the proliferation of the emerging new generation of connected hardware devices. I gave this presentation at the International Conference of Industrial Innovation at Taiwan NCCU on 15 March 2013.
Integrity in leadership builds trust by ensuring consistency between words an...Ram V Chary
Integrity in leadership builds trust by ensuring consistency between words and actions, making leaders reliable and credible. It also ensures ethical decision-making, which fosters a positive organizational culture and promotes long-term success. #RamVChary
Enriching engagement with ethical review processesstrikingabalance
New ethics review processes at the University of Bath. Presented at the 8th World Conference on Research Integrity by Filipa Vance, Head of Research Governance and Compliance at the University of Bath. June 2024, Athens
Specific ServPoints should be tailored for restaurants in all food service segments. Your ServPoints should be the centerpiece of brand delivery training (guest service) and align with your brand position and marketing initiatives, especially in high-labor-cost conditions.
408-784-7371
Foodservice Consulting + Design
12 steps to transform your organization into the agile org you deservePierre E. NEIS
During an organizational transformation, the shift is from the previous state to an improved one. In the realm of agility, I emphasize the significance of identifying polarities. This approach helps establish a clear understanding of your objectives. I have outlined 12 incremental actions to delineate your organizational strategy.
Comparing Stability and Sustainability in Agile SystemsRob Healy
Copy of the presentation given at XP2024 based on a research paper.
In this paper we explain wat overwork is and the physical and mental health risks associated with it.
We then explore how overwork relates to system stability and inventory.
Finally there is a call to action for Team Leads / Scrum Masters / Managers to measure and monitor excess work for individual teams.
Employment PracticesRegulation and Multinational CorporationsRoopaTemkar
Employment PracticesRegulation and Multinational Corporations
Strategic decision making within MNCs constrained or determined by the implementation of laws and codes of practice and by pressure from political actors. Managers in MNCs have to make choices that are shaped by gvmt. intervention and the local economy.
A presentation on mastering key management concepts across projects, products, programs, and portfolios. Whether you're an aspiring manager or looking to enhance your skills, this session will provide you with the knowledge and tools to succeed in various management roles. Learn about the distinct lifecycles, methodologies, and essential skillsets needed to thrive in today's dynamic business environment.
Senior Project and Engineering Leader Jim Smith.pdfJim Smith
I am a Project and Engineering Leader with extensive experience as a Business Operations Leader, Technical Project Manager, Engineering Manager and Operations Experience for Domestic and International companies such as Electrolux, Carrier, and Deutz. I have developed new products using Stage Gate development/MS Project/JIRA, for the pro-duction of Medical Equipment, Large Commercial Refrigeration Systems, Appliances, HVAC, and Diesel engines.
My experience includes:
Managed customized engineered refrigeration system projects with high voltage power panels from quote to ship, coordinating actions between electrical engineering, mechanical design and application engineering, purchasing, production, test, quality assurance and field installation. Managed projects $25k to $1M per project; 4-8 per month. (Hussmann refrigeration)
Successfully developed the $15-20M yearly corporate capital strategy for manufacturing, with the Executive Team and key stakeholders. Created project scope and specifications, business case, ROI, managed project plans with key personnel for nine consumer product manufacturing and distribution sites; to support the company’s strategic sales plan.
Over 15 years of experience managing and developing cost improvement projects with key Stakeholders, site Manufacturing Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Maintenance, and facility support personnel to optimize pro-duction operations, safety, EHS, and new product development. (BioLab, Deutz, Caire)
Experience working as a Technical Manager developing new products with chemical engineers and packaging engineers to enhance and reduce the cost of retail products. I have led the activities of multiple engineering groups with diverse backgrounds.
Great experience managing the product development of products which utilize complex electrical controls, high voltage power panels, product testing, and commissioning.
Created project scope, business case, ROI for multiple capital projects to support electrotechnical assembly and CPG goods. Identified project cost, risk, success criteria, and performed equipment qualifications. (Carrier, Electrolux, Biolab, Price, Hussmann)
Created detailed projects plans using MS Project, Gant charts in excel, and updated new product development in Jira for stakeholders and project team members including critical path.
Great knowledge of ISO9001, NFPA, OSHA regulations.
User level knowledge of MRP/SAP, MS Project, Powerpoint, Visio, Mastercontrol, JIRA, Power BI and Tableau.
I appreciate your consideration, and look forward to discussing this role with you, and how I can lead your company’s growth and profitability. I can be contacted via LinkedIn via phone or E Mail.
Jim Smith
678-993-7195
jimsmith30024@gmail.com
The case study discusses the potential of drone delivery and the challenges that need to be addressed before it becomes widespread.
Key takeaways:
Drone delivery is in its early stages: Amazon's trial in the UK demonstrates the potential for faster deliveries, but it's still limited by regulations and technology.
Regulations are a major hurdle: Safety concerns around drone collisions with airplanes and people have led to restrictions on flight height and location.
Other challenges exist: Who will use drone delivery the most? Is it cost-effective compared to traditional delivery trucks?
Discussion questions:
Managerial challenges: Integrating drones requires planning for new infrastructure, training staff, and navigating regulations. There are also marketing and recruitment considerations specific to this technology.
External forces vary by country: Regulations, consumer acceptance, and infrastructure all differ between countries.
Demographics matter: Younger generations might be more receptive to drone delivery, while older populations might have concerns.
Stakeholders for Amazon: Customers, regulators, aviation authorities, and competitors are all stakeholders. Regulators likely hold the greatest influence as they determine the feasibility of drone delivery.
Org Design is a core skill to be mastered by management for any successful org change.
Org Topologies™ in its essence is a two-dimensional space with 16 distinctive boxes - atomic organizational archetypes. That space helps you to plot your current operating model by positioning individuals, departments, and teams on the map. This will give a profound understanding of the performance of your value-creating organizational ecosystem.
4. Chapter I
Confucius said: “It is beautiful to live in a neighborhood that is filled
with goodness. How can someone be wise if they choose to live in a
place that lacks goodness?”
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子曰:「里仁為美。擇不處仁,焉得知?」
Book 4, The Analects
5. Chapter II
Confucius said: “A man who lacks goodness cannot endure adversity or
enjoy happiness for long. A man who possesses goodness finds
contentment in it, whereas a clever man only pursues goodness because
he believes he will profit from it.”
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子曰:「不仁者,不可以久處約,不可以長處樂。
仁者安仁,知者利仁。」
Book 4, The Analects
6. Chapter III
Confucius said: “Only a truly good man can love people and detest
people.”
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子曰:「惟仁者,能好人,能惡人。」
Book 4, The Analects
7. Chapter IV
Confucius said: “Dedicating yourself to the pursuit of goodness allows
no scope for evil.”
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子曰:「苟志於仁矣,無惡也。」
Book 4, The Analects
8. Chapter V Part 1
Confucius said: “Wealth and status are what all men desire; but if they
can only obtain them through improper ways, they should not pursue
them. Poverty and obscurity are what all men detest; but if they can
only escape from them through improper ways, they should accept
them."
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子曰:「富與貴,是人之所欲也,不以其道得之,
不處也。貧與賤,是人之惡也,
不以其道得之,不去也。」
Book 4, The Analects
9. Chapter V Part 2
If a leader abandons goodness, how can he live up to that name? A
leader never abandons goodness, even for as long as it takes to eat a
single meal; in moments of haste and confusion he still stays true to it.”
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「君子去仁,惡乎成名。君子無終食之間違仁,
造次必於是,顛沛必於是。」
Book 4, The Analects
10. Chapter VI Part 1
Confucius said: “I have never seen a man who truly loves goodness and
truly detests evil. A man who truly loves goodness would place nothing
above it; a man who truly detests evil would practice goodness in such a
way that he would allow no evil to enter him.
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子曰:「我未見好仁者,惡不仁者。好仁者,
無以尚之;惡不仁者,其為仁矣,
不使不仁者加乎其身。」
Book 4, The Analects
11. Chapter VI Part 2
Is there anyone with the ability to devote all his strength to goodness
for a single day? I have never seen anyone whose strength is not
sufficient. There may be men who do not have even the small amount
of strength it takes, but I have never seen them.”
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「有能一日用其力於仁矣乎?我未見力不足者。
蓋有之矣,我未之見也。」
Book 4, The Analects
12. Chapter VII
Confucius said: “Men define themselves by their faults.
By observing their faults, you will understand the true extent of
their goodness.”
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子曰:「人之過也,各於其黨。觀過,斯知仁矣。」
Book 4, The Analects
13. Chapter VIII
Confucius said: “Know the Way in the morning;
die without regret in the evening.”
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子曰:「朝聞道,夕死可矣!」
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14. Chapter IX
Confucius said: “A scholar-official who sets his heart on the Way but
is ashamed of his threadbare clothes and coarse food
is not worth listening to.”
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子曰:「士志於道,而恥惡衣惡食者,
未足與議也!」
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15. Chapter X
Confucius said: “In dealing with the world, a leader has no prejudice or
bias: he takes the side of what is right.”
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子曰:「君子之於天下也,無適也,無莫也,
義之於比。」
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16. Chapter XI
Confucius said: “A leader cherishes virtue; a small-minded man
cherishes land. A leader cherishes respect for the law;
a small-minded man cherishes exemptions from it.”
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子曰:「君子懷德,小人懷土;君子懷刑,
小人懷惠。」
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17. Chapter XII
Confucius said: “Men who act out of self-interest cause
great resentment.”
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子曰:「放於利而行,多怨。」
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18. Chapter XIII
Confucius said: “If a ruler is able to govern a state by observing the
rites and showing deference, what difficulties will he encounter?
If a ruler is unable to govern a state by observing the rites and
showing deference, what use are the rites to him?”
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子曰:「能以禮讓為國乎,
何有!不能以禮讓為國,如禮何!」
Book 4, The Analects
19. Chapter XIV
Confucius said: “Don’t be concerned if you don’t have an official
position; be concerned if you don’t deserve such a position.
Don’t be concerned if you’re not famous;
be concerned if you don’t deserve to be famous.”
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子曰:「不患無位,患所以立;
不患莫己知,求為可知也。」
Book 4, The Analects
20. Chapter XV
Confucius said: “Shen, my doctrine is all woven into a single thread.”
Zengzi replied: “Indeed.” After Confucius had left, the other disciples
asked: “What did he mean?” Zengzi said: “The doctrine of the Master
is based on loyalty and reciprocity; that and nothing more.”
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子曰:「參乎!吾道一以貫之。」
曾子曰:「唯。」子出。門人問曰:「何謂也?」
曾子曰:「夫子之道,忠恕而已矣。」
Book 4, The Analects
21. Chapter XVI
Confucius said: “A leader is concerned about what is right;
a small-minded man is concerned about what is in his own interest.”
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子曰:「君子喻於義,小人喻於利。」
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22. Chapter XVII
Confucius said: “When you see someone who is worthy,
think how you can become their equal.
When you see someone who is unworthy,
look inside and examine yourself.”
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子曰:「見賢思齊焉,見不賢而內自省也。」
Book 4, The Analects
23. Chapter XVIII
Confucius said: “When serving your parents, you may gently
remonstrate with them. If you see that they’re not following your
advice, remain respectful and do not contradict them.
Don’t let your efforts turn to resentment.”
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子曰:「事父母幾諫,見志不從,
又敬不違,勞而不怨。」
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24. Chapter XIX
Confucius said: “While your parents are alive, do not travel far.
If you do have to travel, you must keep to a fixed itinerary.”
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子曰:「父母在,不遠遊,遊必有方。」
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25. Chapter XX
Confucius said: “If for three years after his death the son does not
alter his father’s ways, he is a good son indeed.”
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子曰:「三年無改於父之道,可謂孝矣。」
Book 4, The Analects
26. Chapter XXI
Confucius said: “Always keep the age of your parents in mind.
Let this knowledge be both a source of joy and dread.”
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子曰:「父母之年,不可不知也:
一則以喜,一則以。」
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27. Chapter XXII
Confucius said: “Men in ancient times were reluctant to speak,
fearing disgrace if their actions did not match their words.”
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子曰:「古者言之不出,恥躬之不逮也。」
Book 4, The Analects
28. Chapter XXIII
Confucius said: “Restraint seldom leads to losses.”
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子曰:「以約失之者,鮮矣。」
Book 4, The Analects
29. Chapter XXIV
Confucius said: “A leader should be slow to speak and prompt to act.”
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子曰:「君子欲訥於言,而敏於行。」
Book 4, The Analects
30. Chapter XXV
Confucius said: “Virtue never stands alone; it always has neighbors.”
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子曰:「德不孤,必有鄰。」
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31. Chapter XXVI
Ziyou said: “In the service of a lord officiousness inevitably brings
disgrace; in the company of friends, it brings estrangement.”
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子游曰:「事君數,斯辱矣;朋友數,斯疏矣。」
Book 4, The Analects
33. Appearance Analysis
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Confucius (子) Zengzi (曾子) Ziyou (子游)
Chapter I Y
Chapter II Y
Chapter III Y
Chapter IV Y
Chapter V Y
Chapter VI Y
Chapter VII Y
Chapter VIII Y
Chapter IX Y
Chapter X Y
Chapter XI Y
Chapter XII Y
Chapter XIII Y
Chapter XIV Y
Chapter XV Y Y
Chapter XVI Y
Chapter XVII Y
Chapter XVIII Y
Chapter XIX Y
Chapter XX Y
Chapter XXI Y
Chapter XXII Y
Chapter XXIII Y
Chapter XXIV Y
Chapter XXV Y
Chapter XXVI Y
Appearances (no) 25 1 1
Appearances (%) 96.15% 3.85% 3.85%
34. Themes Analysis
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Leader
(君子)
Learning
(學)
Governance
(政)
Chapter I
Chapter II
Chapter III
Chapter IV
Chapter V Y
Chapter VI
Chapter VII
Chapter VIII
Chapter IX
Chapter X Y
Chapter XI Y
Chapter XII
Chapter XIII
Chapter XIV
Chapter XV
Chapter XVI Y
Chapter XVII
Chapter XVIII
Chapter XIX
Chapter XX
Chapter XXI
Chapter XXII
Chapter XXIII
Chapter XXIV Y
Chapter XXV
Chapter XXVI
Appearances (no) 5 0 0
Appearances (%) 19.23% 0.00% 0.00%
35. Primary Values Analysis
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Goodness
(仁)
Virtue
(德)
Rites
(禮)
Chapter I Y
Chapter II Y
Chapter III Y
Chapter IV Y
Chapter V Y
Chapter VI Y
Chapter VII Y
Chapter VIII
Chapter IX
Chapter X
Chapter XI Y
Chapter XII
Chapter XIII Y
Chapter XIV
Chapter XV
Chapter XVI
Chapter XVII
Chapter XVIII
Chapter XIX
Chapter XX
Chapter XXI
Chapter XXII
Chapter XXIII
Chapter XXIV
Chapter XXV Y
Chapter XXVI
Appearances (no) 7 2 1
Appearances (%) 26.92% 7.69% 3.85%
36. Secondary Values Analysis
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Filial Piety
(孝)
Loyalty
(忠)
Trustworthiness
(信)
Rightness
(義)
Chapter I
Chapter II
Chapter III
Chapter IV
Chapter V
Chapter VI
Chapter VII
Chapter VIII
Chapter IX
Chapter X Y
Chapter XI
Chapter XII
Chapter XIII
Chapter XIV
Chapter XV Y
Chapter XVI Y
Chapter XVII
Chapter XVIII
Chapter XIX
Chapter XX Y
Chapter XXI
Chapter XXII
Chapter XXIII
Chapter XXIV
Chapter XXV
Chapter XXVI
Appearances (no) 1 1 0 2
Appearances (%) 3.85% 3.85% 0.00% 7.69%