Is the Mind in Mencius' Philosophy Self-Sufficient for Moral Cultivation?
Resource
國立臺灣大學哲學論評, 21, 193-247
Journal
國立臺灣大學哲學論評
Journal Issue
21
Pages
193-247
Date Issued
1998-01
Date
1998-01
Author(s)
Chan, W.W.
Abstract
Some contemporary interpreters of Mencius' philosophy think that Mencian moral cultivation depends upon the "conscience" (liang chih良知) of human beings. Since conscience is the defining characteristic of human beings and can offer moral guidance to them, by obeying the guidance of conscience, one can by himself accomplish moral cultivation, and can even achieve sagehood. Tu Wei-Ming states this position clearly.
Type
journal article