Ba Mountain and Shu Water, the Soul of the Sage (Draft of the History of Philosophy in Ba-Shu)

Author: Huang Guoquan, Deng Xingying
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Publish Date: 2001-08-01
Features: In ancient Sichuan, the sages of Bashu used their philosophical wisdom to write a valuable history of Bashu philosophy. Just as Bashu culture is as renowned as Qi-Lu culture, Jing-Chu culture, and San-Jin culture, Bashu philosophy is also an important component of Chinese philosophy. To study Bashu culture, one should approach the history of Bashu philosophy with a comparative and analytical perspective. This holds positive significance for correctly understanding Bashu culture and critically inheriting its excellent elements. At the same time, it allows us to explore the gains and losses of the Bashu sages in theoretical thinking, providing a historical reference for today. Learning from history enables us to understand the rise and fall of civilizations; exploring the gains and losses of the Bashu sages' thinking can make contemporary Sichuanese people smarter and help them achieve greater success in the development of the western region. Therefore, studying the history of Bashu philosophy is not just for the sake of studying it, nor is it about indulging in nostalgia for the past. Instead, it is rooted in the present and looks toward the future, seeking lessons from history to serve Sichuan's comprehensive development in the western development drive. At the same time, it presents the rich and profound historical significance of Bashu culture from a philosophical perspective, promoting the excellent spirit of Chinese historical culture.