- What is Mencius conception of human beings fundamental nature? What implications does Mencius’ understanding of human nature have for family life and government?
- What implications does Xunzi’s understanding of human nature have for
family life and government? - How does Xunzi’s understanding of human nature compare to that of
Mencius? Which do you prefer, and why? - Why might the two men, from the same background, both self-appointed
interpreters of Confucius, and only one generation apart, come up with their
respective understandings of human nature?
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