This sentence is very inspirational in the real society. This sentence can be regarded as a concentrated summary of liberalism to some extent. All men are created equal, which is the slogan of human rights during the capitalist revolution and written into the constitutions of many countries. For Japanese nationals at that time, this sentence was tantamount to encouraging them to rebel against the revolution.
Yasuo Fukuda is a famous enlightenment thinker in modern Japan, an outstanding educator in Meiji period, and the founder of Keio University, a famous private university in Japan. He was engaged in writing and educational activities all his life, and formed an enlightening educational thought, which greatly promoted the spread of western capitalist civilization and the development of Japanese capitalism. Therefore, it is called "the father of modern Japanese education" and "the great hero of Meiji education" by Japan.
Fukuzawa Yukichi has been in contact with Lan Xue for a long time, and has gained a considerable understanding of western society. During his study in the United States and his subsequent trip to Europe, Fukuzawa Yukichi was infected by the strength and prosperity of western countries, and made in-depth research on American economy, society, politics, culture, science and military affairs. These studies fundamentally laid the foundation for Fukuzawa Yukichi's political and academic thoughts. After returning to China, his book "The First Western Ocean" profoundly reflected his thoughts and thoughts during this period.