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Mohism

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[moh-iz-uhm] / ˈmoʊ ɪz əm /

noun

  1. the doctrine of Mo-Tze, stressing universal love, not limited by special affections or obligations, and opposition to Confucianism and traditionalism.


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Origin of Mohism

Mo(-Tze) ( def. ) + hiatus-filling -h- + -ism

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Followers of Mohism developed an interest in traditional areas of philosophy that were neglected by the Confucians, such as logic, epistemology, and philosophy of language.

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Mohism, Daoism, and Confucianism developed in ancient China during this period.

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Like Mohism, Confucianism aimed to restore social order and harmony by establishing moral and social norms.

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There are ten doctrines that form the core of early Mohism.

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What are the legacies of Confucianism and Mohism, and what factors might explain this?

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