Han Yu

Han Yu was a prominent Chinese writer, philosopher, and scholar during the Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD). He is known for advocating a return to Confucian principles and emphasizing moral integrity, classical learning, and social responsibility. Han Yu championed the value of literary expression as a means to promote ethical behavior and social harmony. His writings and ideas significantly influenced Chinese intellectual thought, emphasizing sincerity, tradition, and moral uprightness. Han Yu's work laid foundational principles for Neo-Confucianism and continues to be respected for its clarity, moral depth, and advocacy for cultural revival.