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Neo-Confucianism, emerging during China's Song Dynasty, is a philosophical movement blending Confucianism with Daoist and Buddhist elements. It emphasizes moral self-cultivation, societal harmony, and a cosmic moral order. Key figures like Zhou Dunyi and Zhu Xi contributed to its doctrines, influencing education, governance, and culture across East Asia. The movement's dialogue with Buddhism led to unique syncretic philosophies, and its legacy continues to inform contemporary ethics and culture.
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Neo-Confucianism emerged during the Song Dynasty in China
Baiji Academy
The Baiji Academy, founded by Zhou Dunyi, was a center for Confucian scholarship during the Song Dynasty
Intellectual Giants
Intellectual giants such as the Cheng brothers and Zhu Xi played a crucial role in articulating Neo-Confucian doctrines
Neo-Confucianism spread to Korea, Japan, and Vietnam, giving rise to distinct schools of thought
Neo-Confucianism emphasizes the importance of personal development for societal well-being
The role of family and community is central to Neo-Confucianism
The concept of li (principle) encapsulates the cosmic moral order in Neo-Confucianism
Neo-Confucianism is distinct from classical Confucianism due to its incorporation of metaphysical concepts from Daoism and Buddhism
While classical Confucianism focuses on practical ethics, Neo-Confucianism explores the nature of existence and the human mind
Neo-Confucianism became the state philosophy during the Song Dynasty and influenced principles of governance
Zhou Dunyi's contributions include the notion of Taiji and the investigation into human nature
The Cheng brothers were instrumental in articulating Neo-Confucian doctrines
Zhu Xi's "Zhu Xi Synthesis" emphasized moral self-improvement, the comprehension of universal principles, and the importance of education in societal progress
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Origins of Neo-Confucianism
Arose during Song Dynasty, China; response to Confucianism, influenced by Daoism and Buddhism.
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Moral Self-Cultivation in Neo-Confucianism
Focus on personal development for ethical living and societal harmony.
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Concept of Li in Neo-Confucianism
Li represents cosmic moral order, guiding principles for conduct and the universe's structure.
