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HPC 16. To Become or Not to Become: the Confucians on Our Moral Natures

History of Philosophy: India, Africana, China

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Exploring Confucian Perspectives on Human Nature and Morality

This chapter explores Confucian views on human nature and morality, focusing on the contrasting beliefs of Mengzi and Shunzi from the Warring States period. It delves into the innate versus cultivated aspects of morality and the impact of society on moral development, highlighting the intricate relationship between moral agency and social influences.

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