Translation:
The purpose of the university is to promote upright moral character, to make people abandon the old and pursue the new, and to make people reach the most perfect state.
1. "The Great Learning"
This book has simple language and profound connotation. It mainly summarizes the pre-Qin Confucian moral cultivation theory, as well as the basic principles and methods of moral cultivation, and has a profound influence on Confucianism. Political philosophy also has systematic discussions, which are of enlightening significance to how people behave, do things, and establish careers today.
2. Overview of ancient books
"The Great Learning" was originally the 42nd chapter of "Book of Rites". In the Song Dynasty, brothers Cheng Hao and Cheng Yi extracted it from the "Book of Rites" and compiled it into chapters. Zhu Xi compiled "The Great Learning", "The Doctrine of the Mean", "The Analects of Confucius" and "Mencius" into annotations and called them the "Four Books". From then on, "The Great Learning" became a Confucian classic. As for the author of "The Great Learning", Cheng Hao and Cheng Yi considered it to be "Kong's last words".
3. Connotation Application
"The Great Learning" has simple diction, profound connotation and far-reaching influence. Over the past two thousand years, countless people with lofty ideals have come here to gain a glimpse of Confucianism. From a pragmatic perspective, this article has profound enlightenment significance for modern people on how to behave, do things, establish careers, etc.
4. About "The University"
1. Three Programs: The way of a university lies in being virtuous, being close to the people, and striving for perfection.
2. Six elements: stopping, concentration, tranquility, tranquility, consideration, and attainment.
3. Eight items: integrity, sincerity, sincerity, righteousness, cultivation, Qi, governance, and peace.