the definition of "zhong" is the correct truth in the world, and "Yong" is the unchangeable law in the world.
appreciation of "China" means justice and neutrality, which means that it is impartial and beyond all bounds. "Yong" means not to change. Zhu Xi believes that China is the most correct truth in the world; Mediocrity is the unchangeable law in the world. "The Doctrine of the Mean" is the most perfect concept in Confucianism, that is, the most perfect concept of governing the country and the highest moral requirement.
2. Destiny means nature, frankness means way, and cultivation means teaching.
To interpret what God has given us is called nature, to do things according to its nature is called Tao, and the process of practicing Ming Dow is called teaching.
Appreciation of this sentence is the basis of China's theory of "the unity of man and nature" in ancient philosophy. Explain the relationship between "destiny, sex, Taoism and teaching". Human nature is endowed by heaven, and it is Tao to follow it, and it is called enlightenment to follow it and realize it constantly.
3. A gentleman is moderate, while a villain is anti-moderate.
Interpretation A gentleman can achieve the golden mean, be impartial and do everything according to common sense; The behavior of the villain is contrary to the golden mean.
Appreciating the meaning of this sentence is not difficult to understand. It means that a person with moral cultivation and knowledge can stick to the golden mean in doing things, his psychology and behavior can conform to God's will, and his emotions do not exceed the boundaries, and he is measured. Because of the lack of moral cultivation and knowledge, the villain can't keep the golden mean, and his psychology and behavior are often unconventional, lack of discretion, fearless, rude and violent, so he dares to do things that violate his feelings and reason.
4. Be knowledgeable, interrogate, think carefully, distinguish clearly, and stick to it.
learn knowledge extensively, think carefully about the reasons for the development of things, and implement them in a down-to-earth manner.
Appreciating Confucianism advocates statecraft, so if you don't learn, you should do it, and if you learn, you must emphasize practice. To master the predecessors' knowledge of nature and society, you should ask others for advice if you don't understand it, and turn what you have learned into your own after thinking, understanding and digesting. Only by understanding the essence of things and not being confused by appearances can we understand the truth of being a man, and put what we have learned into practice and make constant efforts.
5. Benevolent people also
interpret the meaning of benevolence, which means loving the people.
Appreciating the external form of Confucius' theory is the doctrine of the mean, while its core is benevolence. Confucius' exposition of benevolence varies from time to time and from person to person. Sakyamuni said compassion, Jesus said fraternity and Confucius said benevolence. These three great philosophers are very different in their times, national conditions and status, but their theories seem to be exactly the same, which is probably the so-called wise men think alike.
6. Learning is close to knowing, practicing is close to benevolence, knowing shame is close to courage, and knowing the three, then you know and cultivate yourself.
Interpretation is fond of learning and close to wisdom; Strive to do good, close to benevolence; Knowing what shame is is close to courage. If you know these three things, you will know how to cultivate your moral character.
Appreciating the so-called wisdom, benevolence and courage, Confucius thinks it is "the great virtue in the world", that is, the public virtue recognized in the world. Because "what people often do is virtue", wisdom, benevolence and courage are the "great virtues in the world". Why is this so? Because you can't understand things without wisdom; Without benevolence, things can't be done well; Without courage, you can't act decisively, so wisdom, benevolence and courage are essential qualities for people. These three are also the basis of self-cultivation.