A Discussion of Heaven
Selection from the 1963 Watson translation.
A Discussion of Music
The Watson translation of this passage from Book 20 of the Xun Zi.
A Discussion of Rites
Lengthy excerpt with notes, from the 1963 Watson translation.
Contra Twelve Philosophers
Knoblock's translation, from Book 6 of the Xun Zi.
Selections From Xunzi
Short excerpts on ritual, the principles of heaven, and human nature.
Xunzi
Excerpts from the first six books of this philosopher's teachings, as translated by John Knoblock.