POL200Y1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Ancient Greek Philosophy, Axial Age, Political Philosophy
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Metaphysical" baggage that most western philosopher have: confucius comes to us with some essence of the good and bad. Key concepts in confucius" thought: the rites (li) For confucius, they had great importance, they were symbols of how human beings were bound to one another. Filio piety: a child has to show a sense of gratitude to their parents, ancestors and elders. There were duties to the family; the living and the dead. Aims at social harmony, they have a deeper purpose and deeper understanding. benevolence (jen/ren) Dealing with others as human beings ideally should. Is a foundation for other aspects of virtue. Allows people to ilve in harmony with each other. Respectfulness, tolerance, trustworthiness in word, quickness, generosity. By engaging in these repeated acts of reverence for ones ancestors, of serving your elderly parents, you begin to develop a deeper understanding of the social order, it changes our mind set, recognizing the rules of dependency.