The Canonical Text: Analects as Kong Tze's Voice

The Analects, also referred to as lō -nui in Chinese, presents the ordered sayings of Kong Tze, commonly known as Confucius. The text explicitly portrays Kong Tze as the master and the central figure of Confucian tradition, shaping the narrative around his wisdom and teachings. Although the Analects appear accessible with straightforward sayings like 'a clever tongue and fine appearance are rarely signs of goodness,' its layered meanings often require knowledge of historical context for a complete understanding.