英文摘要 |
In The Analects Tzu Kung said: “We can hear about our Master's [views] on culture and its manifestation, but we cannot hear about his views on human nature and the Way of Heaven.” It is true that Confucius rarely spoke about human nature, but he talked quite often about Heaven and the Way; we must come up with a reasonable explanation. After many years’ study and inquiry, I finally realize that it is not true that The Analects concerns human affairs only. By following the strict methodology of historical scholarship, I used the materials included in The Analects alone to construct a coherent account of Confucius’ thought. I find enough evidence to show that the one thread running through all his doctrines should not be interpreted to mean only a thread that extends from one's self to others, but also from man to Heaven. This should help to remove some deeply-entranched misunderstanding of Confucius’ thought. |