Analects · Character
Nan-kung Kwo
A disciple who asks about the ancient heroes Î and Shun, and Confucius praises his reverence.
minor
Also known as VI Nan - kung Kwo, Nan - kung Kwo
First appearance: book i hsio r
Nan-kung Kwo shows up with force in Book XIV: Hsien Wǎn. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Inquires about historical figures, earning praise from Confucius as a superior man and esteemer of virtue.
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In Book XIV: Hsien Wǎn: Inquires about historical figures, earning praise from Confucius as a superior man and esteemer of virtue. Later, in VI: Submits an inquiry to Confucius about the contrast between skillful…
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
The emotional peak occurs when Confucius directly confronts Yû with a list of six virtues—benevolence, knowled…
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