New Dimensions of Confucian and Neo-Confucian Philosophy

This is the first book to thoroughly explore Confucian and Neo-Confucian metaphysics and ethics, building upon the creativity and temporality of human existence and human nature as well as their extension into human culture. Fundamental essays deal cogently with the relationship between Chinese language and Chinese philosophy, offering general categories which shape the matrix of ideas woven in Chinese philosophy from its very beginnings. Along with more general characterizations, there are themes placing Confucian thinkers in touch with modern communication theories, perceptions of individuals, religious themes, and scientific worldviews. Conceptual and comparative essays probe the frontiers of Chinese philosophy in its contemporary Confucian revival.

About the author

Chung-ying Cheng is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Hawai'i. His many books include New Dimensions of Confucian and Neo-Confucian Philosophy and The Primary Way: Philosophy of Yijing, both also published by SUNY Press.

Product details

• Authors: Chung-Ying Cheng, Chung-Ying Ch'eng
• Publisher: State University of New York Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 04.04.1991
• EAN: 9780791402832
• ISBN: 978-0-7914-0283-2
• No. of pages: 632
• Dimensions: 162 mm x 231 mm x 33 mm
• Weight: 998 g
• Series: SUNY Series in Philosophy; SUNY series in Philosophy; SUNY Series in Philosophy (Har
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Other religions; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Other world religions