Reconstructing the Way of the Teacher - A Study of Zhang Shi's 'Preaching to the People'

Jiji Chen

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Reconstructing the Way of the Teacher - A Study of Zhang Shi's 'Preaching to the People'

Jiji Chen

Published in Science Innovation (Volume 11, Issue 3)

Received: 6 May 2023 Accepted: 22 May 2023 Published: 29 May 2023

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This paper explores how ZhangShi used the concept of "preaching the Way to the people" to reconstruct the concept of the Way of the Teacher. In traditional Chinese culture, the Way of the Teacher has always been viewed as the central concept of education, but ZhangShi's emphasis on "getting the king to do the Way" is closely related to the political status of scholars during the Song dynasty. This study analyzes ZhangShi's reasons for reconstructing the Way of the Teacher, which includes his concerns regarding the real-life situations of the people and the impact of the Hu Xiang School lineage on the scholarly culture. This is done to reveal the importance of ZhangShi's promotion of Confucian and Mencian teachings. Moreover, this paper delves into the core tenet of the Way of the Teacher: "getting the king to do the Way." Additionally, it provides an analysis of the principles of clarity and self-restraint, benefit to the people, and benevolent standing and righteous conduct. This paper also outlines the crucial aspects of the Way of the Teacher, which include the distinction between righteousness and profit, learning and order, and the unity of knowledge and action. Lastly, this study discusses the main purpose of the Way of the Teacher, which aims to establish a good socio-political order.

Published in	Science Innovation (Volume 11, Issue 3)
DOI	10.11648/j.si.20231103.15
Page(s)	126-131
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Preaching to the People, Education, Confucianism, Politics

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Yuelu Academy, Hunan University, Changsha, China

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