Yuan Tong (Chinese philosopher)

Yuan Tong was a Chinese philosopher from the 13th century, associated with the Neo-Confucian tradition. He emphasized the importance of moral self-cultivation and understanding one's innate nature. Yuan Tong believed that true knowledge comes from intuitive insight and aligning one's actions with moral principles. His ideas contributed to the development of Neo-Confucianism, stressing the unity of mind, nature, and moral cultivation as essential for personal development and social harmony. His work encourages reflection on moral integrity and the pursuit of virtue in everyday life.