Chinese culture is often equated with Confucianism. Whether praising or criticizing Chinese culture, it is natural to use Confucian ideas and beliefs as representatives. Furthermore, Confucianism is often equated with Confucius and Mencius. Whatever Confucianism believes and advocates, it is natural that it is what Confucius and Mencius said and advocated. This common sense attitude is not only inaccurate historically, but also contains many misunderstandings. Those statements about Confucianism that are taken for granted may actually come from Xunzi more than from Mencius. Mencius is very famous, and is known as Confucius. Xunzi's name is often forgotten in the background. However, if we look at the content of his thoughts and the form of expression, Xunzi's influence on the Confucian tradition established by later generations is probably greater than that of Mencius.
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This book gave me a new understanding of Chinese culture and Confucianism! I used to think that Confucianism was the thought of Confucius and Mencius. After reading this book, I realized that Xunzi also had a great influence. Just like me and my girlfriend, she always brings me new perspectives and inspiration. Moreover, it is very interesting to understand Chinese history from the original scriptures. It is like chatting directly with the ancients. It feels amazing. I think this book is not only suitable for people who are interested in Chinese culture, but also for people like me who want to have a deeper understanding of their own cultural roots.
This book gave me a new understanding of Chinese culture and Confucianism! I used to think that Confucianism was the thought of Confucius and Mencius. After reading this book, I realized that Xunzi also had a great influence. Just like me and my girlfriend, she always brings me new perspectives and inspiration. Moreover, it is very interesting to understand Chinese history from the original scriptures. It is like chatting directly with the ancients. It feels amazing. I think this book is not only suitable for people who are interested in Chinese culture, but also for people like me who want to have a deeper understanding of their own cultural roots.