Philosophy and civilization how the idea of moral cultivation shaped China Zhuran You, Yingzi Hu

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

You, Zhuran, author.

Hu, Yingzi, author.

Series:

East-West dialogues in educational philosophy and theory 2661-8761

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

China--Civilization--Philosophy.

China.

Philosophy, Chinese.

Philosophy and civilization.

Virtue.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Singapore Springer [2026]

Summary:

This book presents a bold thesis: at the heart of Chinese civilization lies moral cultivation-the lived practice of virtue. Moving beyond purely rational or religious models of society, it traces this "civilizational project" through Confucian, Daoist, and Buddhist traditions. Introducing groundbreaking concepts such as the Taijitu mode of thinking, generative virtue, the greater self, and morally grounded democracy, the book demonstrates how Chinese philosophy and practice are profoundly interconnected. Ultimately, the book offers China's enduring wisdom not only as a vital framework for understanding and addressing contemporary Chinese issues, but also as an essential bridge for cross-cultural dialogue on today's most pressing global challenges. What truly defines a long-lasting civilization? This book invites readers to look beyond rationality and religion to discover the core of Chinese culture: the cultivation of virtue as its central, organizing force. Journey into a world where moral cultivation is a lived, embodied practice-a thread that has woven together diverse schools of philosophy for millennia. Uncover the Deep Currents of Chinese Thought Inside this work, you will: Explore the ethical roots: critically examine how the commitment to moral cultivation shapes Chinese metaphysics, education, politics, and core cultural values, including its profound achievements and inherent constraints. Grasp a civilization's "project": Understand Chinese civilization as a coherent "civilizational project" shaped by moral cultivation. Engage with Innovative frameworks: Discover why a holistic and dialectical perspective, such as Unity of Heaven and Humanity, is key to understanding Chinese moral culture and its national characters. Forge Bridges for Global Dialogue By examining diverse Chinese traditions of moral cultivation and drawing illuminating cross-cultural comparisons, this book deepens our understanding of Chinese culture and society, while offering a vital framework for cross-cultural dialogue on the most pressing contemporary global challenges. An Indispensable Resource For: Scholars and students of philosophy, moral education, Chinese studies, political theory, and cultural studies. Reader captivated by China's enduring cultural influence and rich intellectual heritage. Anyone seeking deeper insights into the intersection between philosophy and civilization. Those concerned with the future of human civilization and in search of insightful frameworks for cross-cultural dialogue and solutions

Contents:

Internationally recognized leaders in the philosophy of education

The unity of heaven and humanity on the origin of moral cultivation

Metaphysical foundations of moral cultivation

The art of moral self cultivation

Between freedom and belonging selfhood agency rights and equality

The global dialogue on moral cultivation china india and the west

The great unification statecraft and social harmony in imperial china

Where nature meets culture art literature and architecture

The logic of taijitu chinese ethos and the dialectics of national character

The cultural power and contemporary challenges of moral cultivation

Toward global equilibrium the greater self and the future of humanity

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references

Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed April 27, 2026)

ISBN:

9789819556601

9819556600

OCLC:

1587119703

Access Restriction:

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