| ID | 108228 |
| Title Proper | On the general meaning of the Sage |
| Other Title Information | the theory of confucianism (Rujia) in Han studies transmitted by Mr Xu Fancheng |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Sun Bo |
| Publication | 2010. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | From the Confucian perspective, a sage should possess three characteristics: a noble moral character; profound knowledge, and a remarkable ability to put his ideals into practice. Sages are born out of the circumstances of their times, they are the inheritors and promulgators of worthy traditions; in short, they are the 'divine workers' in human history. Sages understand 'the Way' (Dao) and 'the divine', however, from their own perspective. The Way or the divine is nothing but a highly developed and refined way of life. This is 'culture'. This means that humans must consciously transform their qualities to make their human nature more perfect. Seen in this light, sages are 'models' of progression in the self-consciousness of human beings. |
| `In' analytical Note | China Report Vol. 46, No. 4; Nov 2010: p. 333-351 |
| Journal Source | China Report Vol. 46, No. 4; Nov 2010: p. 333-351 |
| Key Words | Theory of Confucianism ; Xu Fancheng ; Han Studies ; Sage |