Da Qin: I exposed myself as a time traveler, why are you Zhao Gao panicking?

Chapter 133: Xunzi on Taoism, what is Confucianism!

As soon as Qin Chi heard this, he used this Confucian classic statement to dig a hole for himself.

How could he be tricked?

You, Master Xun, are you testing me...

This sentence has been criticized by many people in later generations, but it cannot be said that it is completely wrong.

The meaning of this sentence is very simple,

The Tao of husbands is the way of life and the way of heaven and earth;

Understanding human relations refers to the relationship between king, minister, father and son, and between people;

A gentleman adheres to the foundation, and when the foundation is established, the Tao arises, which means that a gentleman is committed to pursuing the fundamental principles of things. When this foundation is established, the Tao will naturally arise.

Qin Chi smiled and took a sip of tea, but did not answer the question, but said: "Although Confucianism is a prominent school, it also has its shortcomings. Confucian students value literature over practicality, talk about benevolence and righteousness, and are not practical. Moreover, Confucianism respects ancient times, respects scriptures, and Emphasis on tradition hinders innovation. Because Confucianism emphasizes etiquette and hierarchy, it can easily lead to rigidity and oppression. What do you think, Master?"

When Xunzi heard this, he fell silent.

"What did Tingwei say about the harm caused by Confucianism? Is there any evidence?"

Qin Chi said with a smile: "The history of later generations can provide clear evidence. During the rise and fall of dynasties, Confucian scholars were often seen to be old-fashioned and stubborn. Moreover, because Confucianism emphasized human relations and family ties, it hindered justice and the law was not merciful, and it was difficult to take root in the hearts of the people. .”

When Xunzi heard this, he was surprised: "Confucianism is originally about saving the world and benefiting the people. When I look at Confucian classics, they are all based on benevolence and righteousness, and are based on etiquette and law. Why do they deviate from the original purpose in actual practice?"

Qin Chi sighed and shook his head: "The world is complicated and people's minds are unpredictable. Confucianism has been misinterpreted or exploited during the inheritance process, which has resulted in many abuses."

Xunzi stood in awe and bowed: "I hope Tingwei can help me clear up my doubts!"

He spoke slowly, and his voice revealed a kind of vicissitudes and profoundness: "Confucianism is based on benevolence and righteousness, with etiquette and law as the guideline, and aims at cultivating oneself, regulating one's family, governing the country, and bringing peace to the world. However, I just listened to what you said, and later generations of Confucianism There is a risk of gradually deviating from the right path, why is this?"

Li Si was sitting at the side, looking even more confused!

The words of the two are very curious.

After hearing Qin Chi's Taoism, I was extremely excited and wanted to write it all down and report it to His Majesty when the time comes.

Qin Chi said: "Everything is inseparable from the human heart."

Xunzi condensed her eyebrows and listened quietly.

Qin Chi sighed softly, and raised his head, with a deep worry in his eyes: "Confucianism has indeed experienced some changes in later generations. With the passage of time, some Confucian scholars paid too much attention to red tape and ignored Confucianism. The essence, they regard ritual law as dogma, rather than guidance of the guidelines, which led Confucianism to gradually lose its flexibility and vitality. "

When Xunzi heard this, he was greatly shocked. His face was surprised, and his pupils were solemn and serious.

He has flowing white hair and looks quite immortal when sitting in front of Qin Chi, but at this moment, his aura is quite calm.

Qin Chi said: “Confucianism should be people-oriented and focus on practice rather than empty talk. However, some later Confucian scholars turned Confucianism into a rigid dogma, causing people to misunderstand and prejudice it. "

Xunzi nodded repeatedly.

“Later generations of Confucianists were too rigid in their formality and forgot the original intention of Confucianism. They forgot that Confucianism requires people to understand principles and practice, cultivate their moral character, and pursue the realm of inner sage and outer king, rather than just some empty rituals and rules. "

"It has even been used by interested people as a tool to regulate and rule others. It has to be said that Confucianism is quite useful when used to rule the country and establish the foundation of the emperor." Qin Chi sneered.

Xunzi let out a long sigh, and his expression gradually changed from shock and horror to disappointment:

"I have dedicated my life to promoting Confucianism, but I never thought that future generations would be like this. This is really a Confucian misfortune."

Qin Chi laughed: "The master does not understand. This is the disadvantage of Confucianism. From now on, it has been revealed."

"Qin Ting is up and down, so many Confucian students, doctors, which one does not want the history to leave the name? They talk about the country, but when the accident is really incident, they are helpless. Although they are well-read in poetry and literature, they lack practical experience and coping ability.

They focus too much on theory and ignore the importance of practice.

When Da Qin needed them, they were unable to play their due role.

Li Si heard this from behind Xunzi and nodded repeatedly, agreeing in his heart.

Xunzi was also speechless, his heart was complicated and he was very shocked.

Confucianism should be based on practice and focus on practical application.

However, these Confucian scholars turned Confucianism into empty talk and forgot the original intention and essence of Confucianism.

It's really sad...

"It is rare for Qin Tingwei to have such an insight." Xunzi bowed respectfully.

Qin Chi quickly waved his hand: "Master, there is no need to be so polite. We are just joking and talking after tea."

Xunzi smiled, but then sighed deeply.

It's not that he didn't understand what Qin Chi said.

As early as many years ago, when he was young and kicked out of Jixia Academy, he had already seen Confucianism clearly!

Otherwise, he would not have accepted two Legalist disciples, Li Si and Han Fei, in Lanling, Chu State.

Thinking of this, Xunzi looked back at Li Si, who was serving respectfully, with complicated eyes.

"What Tingwei doesn't know is that my original intention is to integrate Confucianism and Legalism to govern the country and stabilize the country. If Confucianism is the only one, the principles will always be weak; if the Legalism is the only one, then benevolence will not exist, so we must take the best of both worlds." , can it be a good strategy for governing the world."

When Qin Chi heard it, he respected: "Master's high theory, Confucianism, and rituals of the rule of law. As the Master said, the two have their own strengths, but they are also short. Able to achieve the ultimate cure.”

Xunzi nodded and smiled and said: "Of course, Confucianism and Legalism complement each other. We should take the benevolence of Confucianism and the rigor of Legalism and combine them into one, so that we can lead to a peaceful world."

Legalism and Confucianism are integrated into one, this is the core and essence of Xunzi’s theory!

But he still prefers Confucianism on the whole, and believes that Legalism is a tool that can be used to assist Confucianism, so that it can be smelted into a furnace!

But even so, Qin Chi admired him very much.

At least Xunzi could see the shortcomings of Confucianism!

But those rotten scholars in the court couldn't see it...

Are they really invisible?

will not.

They just think that these shortcomings can be used as tools for seeking power and personal gain!

Xunzi smiled and drank tea with Qin Chi.

Today he has a lot of gains, and he is also very curious about Qin Chi.

The words he said were shocking, inspiring and alarming.

Especially the explanation of Confucianism, every sentence is so powerful that Xunzi can't help but feel terrified!

It's really admirable that there are people in Da Qin who are so enlightened and virtuous!

"I have one more thing to ask, what is Confucianism in Tingwei's mind?" Xunzi asked seriously.

(End of this chapter)