The Great Learning is a book that features a text by the renowned Chinese philosopher, Confucius, and a commentary on the text by the philosopher Tsang. The book is edited and translated by Charles F. Horne. The text by Confucius, known as the ""Da Xue"" in Chinese, is one of the Four Books of Confucianism and is considered a foundational text of Confucian philosophy. It discusses the importance of education and self-cultivation in achieving personal and societal harmony.The commentary by Tsang, also known as Zengzi, is a disciple of Confucius and a prominent figure in Confucianism. His commentary provides further insights and explanations on the text by Confucius, offering a deeper understanding of the principles and values of Confucianism.Charles F. Horne's translation and editing of the book make it accessible to English-speaking readers interested in learning about Confucian philosophy and its influence on Chinese culture and society. The book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in Eastern philosophy and culture.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100006.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.