The evolution and transformation of Wei-Jin metaphysics

As a significant school in the development of traditional Chinese philosophy, Wei-Jin metaphysics emerged from the intellectual contention of the pre-Qin era, evolved through the dominance of Confucianism during the Han dynasty, and eventually integrated both Confucian and Taoist thought during the...

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Main Author: ChunXia Li
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Published: Universidade Estadual Paulista 2025-04-01
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description As a significant school in the development of traditional Chinese philosophy, Wei-Jin metaphysics emerged from the intellectual contention of the pre-Qin era, evolved through the dominance of Confucianism during the Han dynasty, and eventually integrated both Confucian and Taoist thought during the Wei-Jin period. This synthesis laid the foundation for the traditional Chinese cultural landscape that persisted after the Tang dynasty, with Wei-Jin metaphysics playing a crucial transitional role. The evolution of intellectual history follows an inherent logic Specific historical contexts invariably shape the emergence of new ideas and build upon existing social thought and developments, addressing previously unresolved issues. Central to the development of Wei-Jin metaphysics is the debate between Confucian orthodoxy and natural spontaneity, reflecting the social turmoil and the time’s spiritual crisis. Scholars of Wei-Jin metaphysics endeavored to establish a new ethical value system. This paper explores the relationship between Confucian orthodoxy and natural spontaneity to elucidate the developmental trajectory of Wei-Jin metaphysics, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of its overarching characteristics. Submission: 04/12/2024 – Decision: 27/01/2025 - Revision: 10/04/2025 – Publication: 30/04/2025
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spelling doaj-art-7a9d60791a8b4c46a8867f238feabbd02025-08-20T02:13:31ZengUniversidade Estadual PaulistaTrans/Form/Ação0101-31731980-539X2025-04-0148510.1590/0101-3173.2025.v48.n5.e025069The evolution and transformation of Wei-Jin metaphysicsChunXia Li0https://orcid.org/0009-0000-1673-9625Xi'an International Studies University As a significant school in the development of traditional Chinese philosophy, Wei-Jin metaphysics emerged from the intellectual contention of the pre-Qin era, evolved through the dominance of Confucianism during the Han dynasty, and eventually integrated both Confucian and Taoist thought during the Wei-Jin period. This synthesis laid the foundation for the traditional Chinese cultural landscape that persisted after the Tang dynasty, with Wei-Jin metaphysics playing a crucial transitional role. The evolution of intellectual history follows an inherent logic Specific historical contexts invariably shape the emergence of new ideas and build upon existing social thought and developments, addressing previously unresolved issues. Central to the development of Wei-Jin metaphysics is the debate between Confucian orthodoxy and natural spontaneity, reflecting the social turmoil and the time’s spiritual crisis. Scholars of Wei-Jin metaphysics endeavored to establish a new ethical value system. This paper explores the relationship between Confucian orthodoxy and natural spontaneity to elucidate the developmental trajectory of Wei-Jin metaphysics, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of its overarching characteristics. Submission: 04/12/2024 – Decision: 27/01/2025 - Revision: 10/04/2025 – Publication: 30/04/2025 https://revistas.marilia.unesp.br/index.php/transformacao/article/view/16878Wei-JinMetaphysicsConfucianismOrthodoxyNatural SpontaneityTaoist Philosophy
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Metaphysics
Confucianism
Orthodoxy
Natural Spontaneity
Taoist Philosophy
title The evolution and transformation of Wei-Jin metaphysics
title_full The evolution and transformation of Wei-Jin metaphysics
title_fullStr The evolution and transformation of Wei-Jin metaphysics
title_full_unstemmed The evolution and transformation of Wei-Jin metaphysics
title_short The evolution and transformation of Wei-Jin metaphysics
title_sort evolution and transformation of wei jin metaphysics
topic Wei-Jin
Metaphysics
Confucianism
Orthodoxy
Natural Spontaneity
Taoist Philosophy
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