Sách Văn Công

Definition

1. Proper Noun:
   • "Book of Civil Rites": A classical Chinese ritual text compiled by Zhu Xi (Chu Hy) of the Song Dynasty, formally titled "Wen Gong Jia Li" (朱文公家禮). It prescribes detailed ceremonial procedures for major family events, primarily weddings and funerals.
   • Cultural Concept: Refers to the codified system of Confucian rituals for domestic life that became highly influential in East Asian societies, including Vietnam.

Usage Examples

• Proper Noun:
  • Gia đình theo nghi thức trong Sách Văn Công. (The family follows the rites in the "Book of Civil Rites".)
  • Sách Văn Công quy định các bước của lễ cưới truyền thống. (The "Book of Civil Rites" stipulates the steps of the traditional wedding ceremony.)

Advanced Usage

• As a historical reference, "Sách Văn Công" is often cited in studies of East Asian Confucian ritual practice and its adaptation in Vietnamese culture.
  • Nghiên cứu so sánh giữa Sách Văn Công và các tập tục địa phương. (A comparative study between the "Book of Civil Rites" and local customs.)

Variants and Related Words

• Gia lễ (n): family rites; domestic rituals.

  • Ông ấy am hiểu về gia lễ. (He is knowledgeable about family rites.)

• Văn Công Gia Lễ (n): Alternative full name for the same text.

  • Một bản in cổ của Văn Công Gia Lễ. (An ancient print of the "Wen Gong Family Rites".)

Synonyms

• Wen Gong Jia Li: The original Chinese name.
• Zhu Xi's Family Rituals: A common English translation of the text's title.

Related Concepts

• Lễ nghi (n): rites and ceremonies.

  • Lễ nghi truyền thống đôi khi rất phức tạp. (Traditional ceremonies are sometimes very complex.)

• Nho giáo (n): Confucianism.

  • Sách Văn Công chịu ảnh hưởng sâu sắc của Nho giáo. (The "Book of Civil Rites" is deeply influenced by Confucianism.)