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The China History Podcast
The History of Chinese Philosophy (Part 2)
Mar 10, 2024
Explore the pre-Confucian philosophy during the Zhou Dynasty and the concept of Chinese Gentleman. Learn about the association of Knights Errant with the Ru School. Discover Duke Huan of Qi as a great benefactor to scholars and his sponsorship of the Jixia Academy.
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- Proto-Daoist Yu Zhe emphasized nature cycles and governance principles during the Zhou Dynasty.
- Guan Zhong's era set the stage for intellectual discourse and nurtured the concept of the Chinese gentleman ('Jun Zhe').
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The Genesis of Chinese Philosophy during the Zhou Dynasty
The rise of Chinese philosophy traces back to the Zhou Dynasty, particularly during the late 8th century BCE, marking the transition from Western to Eastern Zhou. Notably, figures like King Wan, King Wu, and Zhou Gong of the Zhou dynasty are revered as models of benevolence and virtue. Master Yu Zhe, known for his proto-Daoist work, emphasized themes of constant change and nature cycles, laying foundational thoughts on rulership and governance.
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