The Mohist ideology is full of great humanitarianism and scientific spirit, and it is still so brilliant even from the present perspective. It can be seen that history may not leave all the essence, and the elimination may not be all the garbage. The logic of history may not be reasonable, but what is unreasonable may not be unexplained. The demise of Mohism is probably not an accidental fate. What is the reason? Mohism is a little different from Confucianism, Taoism and Legalism. It not only has a set of theories, but also has its own organization.
Confucianism pays attention to benevolence, while Legalists pay attention to cruel punishment. History has proved that the operation of society needs both love and punishment. The Mohist view is "love all your life", and from this point of view, Mohism is better than Confucianism. Mohism demands "Shang Xian", which coincides with Confucianism.
But Confucianism was later used by the ruling class to promote the so-called "son of heaven". However, Mohism has always adhered to it. Mohism pays attention to scientific thinking. Mohism believes that people should use scientific thinking methods and observe this society on the basis of practice.
In addition, the "Shang Tong" in Mohist thought is also a very dangerous existence, which requires all people's thoughts to be unified into one idea, thus forming a well-disciplined secular organization, which has an appeal that cannot be ignored. In addition, with its expertise in organ art, guarding the city and equipment, Mohist school poses a great threat to the unified monarchy. May I ask, is it possible to survive in the era of Qin and Han dynasties?
Mr. Lu Xun said: Since ancient times, we have had people who have worked hard, who have worked hard, who have pleaded for the people, and who have sacrificed their lives for the law ... This is the backbone of China. Mozi and his master are a backbone. Can not be forgotten.