This concept was first raised by Yan Hui（521-481 BC）, one of Confucius' (551-479 BC) disciples. He provided a subjective source for benevolence. According to the Confucian School, a man of benevolence is sure to cherish himself and then extend his love to others. In return, he is sure to win love from others. This is reciprocal. Many people advoc…
This term means to feel sad for others’ sadness and feel painful for others’ suffering. It is a combination of the Buddhist concept of “mercy” and Confucian concept of “compassion.” “Mercy” in Buddhism implies both kind-heartedness that brings peace and happiness to all and sympathy that relieves others from their misery. “Compassion” mean…
Courage lies in weakness or retreating, in bravely choosing not to venture into doing something. This exemplifies the wisdom in Laozi’s concepts of “weakness” and “non-action.” According to Laozi, it is dangerous to always push ahead stubbornly. One should advance when advancing is appropriate and retreat when retreating is appropriate. True co…
The purposes of the Project are to select the concepts in Chinese culture and thought that reflect the characteristics of the country's traditional culture and the Chinese people's way of thinking, and that embody the core values of China.
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