Chinese intellectual history

Chinese intellectual history explores how Chinese thinkers, scholars, and philosophers have developed ideas about nature, society, morality, and governance over thousands of years. It examines classics like Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism, as well as later influences such as Neo-Confucianism, modernization, and reform movements. This history reflects China's evolving views on human nature, ethics, politics, and the universe, shaping culture and social values. By studying these ideas, we better understand China’s historical identity, how it responded to change, and its ongoing quest for harmony between tradition and progress.