Synthesized answer
The book "Neo-Confucian Orthodoxy and the Learning of the Mind-and-Heart" is described as a major addition to the understanding of Neo-Confucianism [1]. It highlights the complexity, diversity, richness, and depth of this tradition [1]. Neo-Confucianism is presented as a significant component of the moral and spiritual fiber of East Asian peoples [1].
The provided passages do not offer an explanation of the key concepts in my own words. They primarily describe the book's contribution and the nature of Neo-Confucianism. Therefore, while the passages establish that Neo-Confucianism is complex, diverse, rich, and deep [1], and that it forms a part of the moral and spiritual fiber of East Asians [1], they do not provide the specific concepts or definitions needed to explain them in my own words.
Synthesized from the book passages below. Chat with the book on Feynman for follow-up.
From the book
Title: Neo-Confucian Orthodoxy and the Learning of the Mind-and-Heart by Wm. Theodore De Bary Description: A major addition to our understanding of the development of Neo-Confucianism--its complexity, diversity, richness, and depth as a major component of the moral and spiritual fiber of the peoples of East Asia. Categories: Philosophy Pages: 290 Snippet: A major addition to our understanding of the development of Neo-Confucianism--its complexity, diversity, richness, and depth as a major component of the moral and spiritual fiber of the peoples of East Asia.