Mencius

Author: Wang Limin
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Publish Date: 2001-07-01
Features: As a part of traditional culture, the doctrine of Mencius could not be without flaws. His views on human nature being inherently good, and the many arguments built upon this premise, are generally idealized and some are difficult to achieve in any society. However, Mencius was indeed a thinker who championed the special essence of human goodness, so his humanistic doctrines hold eternal value. Whether in the past, present, or future, they continue to inspire humanity in exploring itself and carry significant implications for promoting the comprehensive development of individuals and harmonious progress of society. In China, the stories of "Mencius's mother's three relocations" and "Mencius's mother cutting the weaving" are widely known. This forward-thinking mother truly put her efforts to good use, as her son Mencius ultimately gained enduring fame in Chinese history and was dubbed "Kong-Meng" alongside Confucius, the founder of Confucianism, and himself revered as the "Second Sage." In this work, which spans nearly 35,000 words, the author constructs a complete and extensive system of Mencian thought. For millennia, countless scholars have meticulously analyzed this vast philosophical system, either through annotations, chapter summaries, or under titles such as "complementary insights" and "deep comprehension," highlighting the values embedded in Mencian thought.