
HPC 13. The Trembling Ox: Mengzi and the Compassionate Heart
History of Philosophy: India, Africana, China
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Exploring Benevolence in Mengzi's Philosophy
This chapter explores Mengzi's beliefs regarding human nature and the inherent compassion that arises when witnessing suffering. It contrasts his philosophy with emerging Confucian thinkers, highlighting the complexities of moral thought in historical context.
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