sìjiào
four studies
四教 sìjiào
- four studies
- The four subjects of education advocated by Confucius: literature, conduct, loyalty, and good faith
- four teachings
- The four classic subjects of ancient education: the 诗经 shījīng, the 尚书 shàngshū, the 礼记 lǐjì, and the 乐经 yuèjīng
- four virtues
- The four feminine virtues of ancient China: fidelity, physical charm, propriety in speech, and efficiency in needlework
- [Buddhism]
- Refers to the classification of the Buddha's teachings into four categories: sudden, gradual, secret, and unfixed