Exploring the Significance of Ritual in Confucian Ethics
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Summary
The article discusses the significance of ritual in the Confucian moral order, focusing on ren, yi, and ritual (li). It explores the duties of humaneness, empathy, righteousness, and justice within the context of caring for and protecting others. The text also introduces the concept of ritual in Xunzi and briefly touches on Neo-Xunism.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThe Way of the former kings consists in exalting ren. One must cleave to what is central in carrying it out.
Ren is humaneness, empathy, and magnanimous compassion.
Yi is righteousness, firmness of will, and principles-based justice.
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