Explore the philosophical wisdom of Zhuangzi through a comprehensive study of the inner chapters of this classical Chinese text.
Explore the philosophical wisdom of Zhuangzi through a comprehensive study of the inner chapters of this classical Chinese text.
This course delves into the philosophical masterpiece of Zhuangzi, focusing on the inner chapters which are widely considered to be written by Zhuangzi himself. Students will explore the complete philosophical system presented in these chapters, including perspectives on life, worldview, epistemology, social relations, morality, life and death, and political thought. The course systematically examines how these diverse aspects are interconnected, revealing the profound wisdom of Zhuangzi's teachings and their enduring influence on Chinese culture.
Instructors:
English
Chinese
What you'll learn
Understand the core principles of Zhuangzi's philosophy
Analyze the structure and themes of Zhuangzi's inner chapters
Explore Zhuangzi's perspectives on life, society, and governance
Grasp the relationship between different aspects of Zhuangzi's thought
Appreciate the text's literary and philosophical significance
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
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Graded assignments, exams
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There are 7 modules in this course
This comprehensive course examines the philosophical teachings of Zhuangzi through detailed study of the inner chapters. The curriculum explores various aspects of Zhuangzi's philosophy including his views on life, reality, knowledge, society, morality, death, and governance. Each chapter is analyzed to reveal its unique philosophical contributions while demonstrating how they form part of a cohesive philosophical system. The course emphasizes both the literary beauty and philosophical depth of the text.
Xiaoyao You (逍遥游)
Module 1
Qiwu Lun (齐物论)
Module 2
Yangsheng Zhu (养生主)
Module 3
Renjian Shi (人间世)
Module 4
De Chongfu (德充符)
Module 5
Da Zongshi (大宗师)
Module 6
Ying Diwang (应帝王)
Module 7
Fee Structure
Instructor
Professor at Tsinghua University
Tsinghua University School of Humanities Professor
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