Wisdom of the West -- Western Life as Seen by a Chinese Scholar

Author: Jianxiu
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Publish Date: 2004-11-01
Features: The characteristics of Western painting are realism and life drawing, with the essence being faithful to nature. The characteristics of Western literature are the emphasis on the accuracy and objectivity of expression. Westerners believe that the highest wisdom of humans lies in understanding the universe and nature. The Bible says: "People are always engaged in some work in some way, so work itself is good." · Westerners believe that the highest wisdom of humans lies in understanding the universe and nature. · The Bible says: "People are always engaged in some work in some way, so work itself is good." · The characteristics of Western painting are realism, life drawing, and the essence of being faithful to nature. The characteristics of Western literature are the emphasis on the accuracy and objectivity of language. · Westerners measure a person's wisdom level by the "commerciality" of their work. · Since ancient times, Westerners have had a habit of digging deep into the essence of the world. They are determined to find unified wisdom among various diverse opinions. · Many Westerners believe that color TVs, refrigerators, and other things can be without, but books cannot be without. Without books, life cannot go on. Every nation has its own life wisdom, and every region has its own wisdom. People of different nations and regions also have different understandings of life wisdom. Westerners believe that the highest wisdom of humans lies in understanding the universe and nature. The level of wisdom is determined by the ability to "struggle against nature." They regard thinkers as the pride of national wisdom, bestow the title of genius on theorists who reveal the laws of nature, and cleverly utilize natural forces through inventions. Westerners value reflection and thought, and pursuing knowledge and truth are important parts of their lives.