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The Way Of Contentment (1913)

The Way Of Contentment (1913)

Kaibara, Ekken
Hoshino, Ken

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Fiction AnthologiesSelf-Help

ISBN10: 1165141833
ISBN13: 9781165141838
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.40
Height: 0.27 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Way of Contentment is a philosophical and spiritual guidebook written by Kaibara Ekken in 1913. The book is a classic work of Japanese literature and provides a comprehensive analysis of the concept of contentment, which is a state of being satisfied with one's life and circumstances. Ekken explores the idea of contentment through various lenses, including Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. He argues that contentment is a fundamental aspect of human happiness and well-being and that it can be achieved through the cultivation of virtues such as humility, gratitude, and compassion. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of contentment. Some of the topics covered include the importance of self-reflection, the role of family and community in fostering contentment, and the dangers of materialism and excessive ambition. Overall, The Way of Contentment is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers valuable insights into the nature of happiness and fulfillment. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, spirituality, or personal development.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.

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