Reading The Lî Kî (Book of Rites) | Alexandria
Read The Lî Kî (Book of Rites) by Confucius. Revealing how ritual shapes human nature, this ancient guide shows why choreographed customs - from handshakes to holidays - don't just reflect culture but actively create it. The Li Ki's radical insight? True freedom comes through mastering social forms, not rejecting them. Its genius lies in proving structure enables authenticity.