Neo-Confucianism
Definition
Neo-Confucianism is a moral, ethical, and metaphysical Chinese philosophy influenced by Confucianism that emerged during the Song Dynasty (960-1279).
Analogy
Imagine if you had an old family recipe for cookies but decided to add some new ingredients to make it healthier or taste better. That's what happened with Neo-Confucianism; it's like traditional Confucianism but with added elements from Buddhism and Daoism.
Related terms
Song Dynasty: A historical Chinese dynasty which saw significant developments in science, technology, philosophy etc., including the emergence of Neo-Confucianism.
Zhu Xi: A leading figure in fostering Neo-Confucianism who emphasized personal morality as key for societal order.
Confucianism: An ethical and philosophical system developed from the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Confucius.
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