Confucian thought of “harmony between man and nature” and contemporary society construction

In the ancient Confucian philosophy, the thought of “Harmony between Man and Nature” occupies a paramount position. The Confucian notion has a deep-rooted and extensive history, evolving and deepening over successive generations. Its contents are profound and intricate, encompassing a harmonious and...

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Authors: Liu, Yanling, Wu, Yan
Format: article
Status:Published version
Publication Date:2024
Country:Brasil
Institution:Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP)
Repository:Trans/Form/Ação (Online)
Language:English
OAI Identifier:oai:ojs.www2.marilia.unesp.br:article/14666
Online Access:https://revistas.marilia.unesp.br/index.php/transformacao/article/view/14666
Access Level:Open access
Keyword:Harmony between Man and Nature
Confucianism
contemporary society
perspective on nature
Harmonia entre o Homem e a Natureza
Confucionismo
Sociedade contemporânea
Perspectiva sobre a Natureza
Armonía entre Hombre y Naturaleza
Confucianismo
Sociedad contemporánea
Perspectiva de la Naturaleza
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Summary:In the ancient Confucian philosophy, the thought of “Harmony between Man and Nature” occupies a paramount position. The Confucian notion has a deep-rooted and extensive history, evolving and deepening over successive generations. Its contents are profound and intricate, encompassing a harmonious and integrated perspective on nature, a prioritization of righteousness over personal interest, and a sustainable development outlook. These ideas hold significant value as a point of reference for the establishment and advancement of contemporary social systems. This article aims to explore the origins and development of the concept of “Harmony between Man and Nature” while analyzing and reflecting on how this ideology influences the construction of present-day society.