This is a groundbreaking commentary that uses the profound wisdom of Buddhism (such as *shikan* and *yuishiki*) to annotate the Four Books (Analects, Mencius, Great Learning, and Doctrine of the Mean), the fundamental classics of Confucianism. Product Features: Profound Insights by Master Ou-i: A book by the wise man of the Ming Dynasty, Master Ou-i, who attempted to integrate Confucianism and Buddhism. Going beyond a mere explanation of words and phrases, its content, which elucidates the principles of the mind, has influenced many people beyond the boundaries of religion. Recommended by Master Chin Kung: One of the books strongly recommended by the great modern master, Master Chin Kung, as being very beneficial for practitioners and those aspiring to scholarship. Dialogue between "Zen" and "Confucianism": By interpreting Confucian ethics from a Buddhist and Zen perspective, you can gain a deeper understanding of Eastern thought. Product Details: Title: The Four Books: Ou-i's Commentary (四書藕益解) Author: Master Ou-i (Zhi Xu) Language: Chinese (Traditional or Simplified) Contents: Annotations and commentary on the Analects, Mencius, Great Learning, and Doctrine of the Mean [Condition of the product] There are **underlines as shown in the image** on several pages. While there are signs of use as a scholarly and practice book, there is no problem with reading it. Recommended for those who want to use this valuable commentary practically. #FourBooksOuYiCommentary #MasterOuYi #ChinKung #Buddhism #Confucianism #Analects #Mencius #GreatLearning #DoctrineOfTheMean #ChineseBooks #EasternThought #BuddhistPhilosophy