scholarly journals Xu Fuguan’s Concept of Anxiety and Its Connection to Religious Studies

Asian Studies ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 71-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tea SERNELJ
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Religious Studies ◽  
Chinese Society ◽  
Political Structure ◽  
Axial Age ◽  
Classical Chinese ◽  
Intellectual Movement

Although Xu Fuguan (1903–1982) belongs to the most important representatives of the Modern Confucian intellectual movement, he is rather unknown outside China. However, his concept of “anxiety” (youhuan yishi 憂患意識) is not only relevant for the recognition of the special characteristics, which determines the ideological and political structure of ancient Chinese society, but also for the intercultural elaboration of Jaspers’s “axial age” theory. This article introduces this concept to the European academic readership, and provides an analysis of its connection to the Modern Confucian hypothesis regarding the absence of an external God (or Deities) in classical Chinese culture.    

The many faces of suzhi in the Chinese organization and society

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sean Upton-McLaughlin
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Mainland China ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Chinese Society ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mainland Chinese ◽  
Foreign Companies ◽  
Expatriate Managers ◽  
The Many ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper was to explore the Chinese concept of suzhi and how it relates to behavioral standards within mainland Chinese society and the workplace. The article provides a general discussion of suzhi and its inherent elements to act as a foundation for the education of expatriate managers and executives and for future research by Chinese human resource management (HRM) scholars. Design/methodology/approach – This paper draws on the author's first-hand experience and observations from five years of living and working abroad in mainland China with Chinese companies and executives. Findings – The concept of suzhi in China is a reflection of multiple behavioral standards throughout China. And while suzhi's roots are in ancient Chinese culture and Confucianism, it is also subject to influence and change. Practical implications – The paper may serve as a foundation both for expatriate managers seeking to improve HRM practices in foreign companies in China and future scholars who wish to conduct further research on suzhi and Chinese behavioral standards as they can be applied to the workplace. Originality/value – This is an attempt to enlighten expatriate managers and executives in China on the concept of suzhi and its implication for HRM in China.

scholarly journals In-Law and Mate Preferences in Chinese Society and the Role of Traditional Cultural Values

2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 147470491773051 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qingke Guo ◽  
Yujie Li ◽  
Shushuang Yu
Keyword(s):  
Social Status ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
Filial Piety ◽  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Parental Influence ◽  
Mate Preferences ◽  
Chinese Society ◽  
Genetic Quality ◽  
Parental Preferences ◽  
Parent Child

Using 347 parent–child dyads as participants, this study directly examined in-law and mate preferences in a typical collectivist culture. The results showed (1) traits indicating social status and parental investment were more highly valued by the parents, while traits indicating genetic quality and traits related to romantic love were more highly valued by the children. (2) Parental preferences were moderated by gender of the in-laws. Good earning capacity was more preferred by parents in a son-in-law, traits connoting genetic quality and reproductive fitness were more preferred by parents in a daughter-in-law. (3) There was more convergence in in-law and mate preferences in Chinese culture than in Western cultures. (4) Traditional cultural values (i.e., filial piety) can be used as a predictor of traditional mate preferences and less parent–child divergences. Additionally, greater preference for kind and understanding by parents than by children as well as by daughters than by sons, and greater preference for social status by the daughters’ than by the sons’ parents have not been observed in the rating and the ranking instrument. These findings illustrated how culture handles the parent–child disagreement over mating by authorizing greater parental influence on children’s mating decisions.

Sacredness in the Bible and Chinese Cultures

2021 ◽  
pp. 556-572
Author(s):  
Chan Tak-Kwong
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Chinese Philosophy ◽  
Religious Studies ◽  
Biblical Studies ◽  
Human Being ◽  
Stages Of Development ◽  
The Bible ◽  
Three Stages

This article is an introduction to the meaning of sacredness in the Bible and the Chinese culture, ending with a synthesis of the concept. The methodology of this article consists of biblical studies, Chinese philosophy, and religious studies. What is particular to this article are the three stages of development of sacredness in the Bible, as well as the idea of sacredness as transformation according to the nature ordained by Heaven (Confucianism) or as a modeling after the nature of Dao (Daoism) in the Chinese culture. The finding of this study is to confirm that, despite different interpretations, both the biblical and the Chinese traditions would agree that each human being is destined to be a sacred or a divine person.

The lyric oeuvre of Afanasy Fet and Chinese idyllic poems

2021 ◽  
pp. 222-232
Author(s):  
Zh. Lu
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Lyric Poetry ◽  
Chinese Poetry ◽  
Classical Chinese ◽  
Classical Chinese Poetry ◽  
Man And Nature ◽  
Chinese Texts ◽  
The Ancient Chinese ◽  
Light And Shadow

There are compelling similarities between Afanasy Fet’s lyric poetry and classical Chinese lyric poetry. This connection is traced in the article with specific examples. Fet, carried away by the ideas of Schopenhauer, argued that thepoetic feeling lives in every person and can be called the sixth and highest feeling. In classical Chinese poetry, the Confucian concept of ‘the sense of things,’ the Taoist formula ‘words and forms’ and the idea of the unity of man and nature played an important role. With characteristic fixation of subtle changes of light and shadow, with the transmission of flushed feelings, Fet’s oeuvre reminds the readers of the ancient Chinese lyric poetry. Like classic Chinese texts, Fet’s poems are textbooks where the idea of the unity of man and nature is developed. In both Chinese poetry and Fet’s works, human life goes into natural life, gaining eternity in the nature. As a result, although Fet was not familiar with Chinese culture, the intuitions that fed his work surprisingly coincided with pictorial techniques as a way of conveying emotion in classical Chinese poetry, separated from him by many centuries.

Reciprocity in Chinese Traditions

2021 ◽  
pp. 72-91
Author(s):  
Jack Barbalet
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Confucian Tradition ◽  
Role Taking ◽  
Institutional Settings ◽  
Everyday Practices ◽  
Classical Chinese

Chapter 3 explores the possibility of locating principles underlying guanxi in classical Chinese traditions. First, the basis and nature of ‘reciprocity’ in Chinese culture is examined through analysis of the notions of bao and shu, and also renqing. It is shown that the concept of bao, drawn from different literary and institutional settings, is not source to a singular notion of reciprocity. It is also shown that the concept of shu relates to cognitive, affective, and imaginative practices, of role-taking, rather than to the more concrete enactments of exchange. The concept of renqing, widely regarded as both derived from the Confucian tradition and centrally important for guanxi, is shown to relate to everyday practices about which Confucius was uninterested, and which do not require traditional sanction. In positive terms, the chapter clears the ground in order to establish a distinctive account of the secular and self-generating practices of guanxi.

Religionshistorie og aksetid

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hans J. Lundager Jensen
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Model ◽  
Religious Studies ◽  
English Summary ◽  
Hominid Evolution ◽  
Axial Age ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
History Of Religions ◽  
History Of ◽  
Robert Bellah ◽  
Religious Evolution

English summary: The article presents and discusses two articles by Robert Bellah, “Religious evolution” from 1964 and “What is Axial about the Axial Age?” (2005). In what seems to be a general lack of interest in a history of religion (different from a history of religions) among academic scholars in the science of religion, Bellahs model, especially in its combination with recent approaches to the ‘axial age’ and to Merlin Donald’s biocultural cognitive model for hominid evolution, is recommended as a useful starting point for revitalization of an honorable branch of religious studies.  Dansk resume: Artiklen præsenterer og diskuterer to artikler af den amerikanske religionssociolog Robert Bellah, “Religious evolution” fra 1964 og “What is Axial about the Axial Age?” (2005). I forhold til en generel mangel på interesse for en religionens historie (forskellig fra religionernes historie) blandt religionsvidenskabelige forskere anbefales Bellahs model som et frugtbart udgangspunkt for en revitalisering af en hæderværdig del af religionsvidenskaben, særlig når den kombineres med aktuelle diskussioner af ‘aksetiden’ og Merlin Donalds biokulturelle, kognitive model for hominid evolution.

scholarly journals PERANAN PAGUYUBAN TIONGHOA PURBALINGGA DALAM PELESTARIAN TRADISI CAP GO MEHPERANAN PAGUYUBAN TIONGHOA PURBALINGGA DALAM PELESTARIAN TRADISI CAP GO MEH

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rina Fitriyani
Keyword(s):  
Filial Piety ◽  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Chinese Society ◽  
Chinese Community ◽  
Interactive Analysis ◽  
Development And Utilization

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menggambarkan peran Paguyuban Tionghoa Purbalingga (PTP) dalam menjaga kebudayaan Tionghoa, khususnya tradisi Cap Go Meh. Sebelum  Paguyuban Tionghoa Purbalingga terbentuk, perayaan Cap Go Meh hanya dirayakan dalam lingkup keluarga dan di dalam rumah saja, akan tetapi setelah adanya Paguyuban Tionghoa Purbalingga tradisi ini dirayakan secara terbuka sehingga tidak hanya golongan Tionghoa yang merasakan akan tetapi juga masyarakat Purbalingga. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan lokasi penelitian di kabupaten Purbalingga. Menggunakan bentuk analisis interaktif, penelitian ini menghasilkan fakta-fakta sebagai berikut. Bentuk-bentuk pelestarian tradisi Cap Go Meh meliputi perlindungan, pengembangan, dan pemanfaatan tradisi Cap Go Meh. Makna tradisi Cap Go Meh bagi masyarakat Tionghoa Purbalingga adalah wujud syukur, dan sarana berkumpul. Tradisi ini mengandung nilai 8 Jalan Kebenaran bagi golongan Tionghoa sesuai ajaran Tridharma Tionghoa yaitu kesetiaan (loyality), integritas (integrity), kesopanan (propriety), kebenaran moral (righteousness), kehormatan (honour), bakti (filial piety), kebajikan (kindness), kasih sayang (love).The objective of this study is to describe the role of Chinese Society of Purbalingga (PTP) in conserving Chinese culture, especially the tradition of Cap Go Meh. Before the establishment of the Chinese Society of Purbalingga, Cap Go Meh was celebrated only in the sphere of family and home, but after the Chinese Society of Purbalingga was established, the tradition was celebrated openly so that not only the Chinese but also people of Purbalingga can feel its presence. The study method used is qualitative approach and the research sites is in the district Purbalingga. Using the form of interactive analysis, this research found the following facts. Preservation of Cap Go Meh tradition include these practices: protection, development, and utilization of Cap Go Meh tradition. The meaning of Cap Go Meh tradition for the Chinese community in Purbalingga is an act of gratitude, and means of assembly. Besides, this tradition contains the value of 8 way sof truth according to the teachings of the Chinese Tridharma, loyality, integrity,  propriety, righteousness, honor, filial piety, kindness, and love.

scholarly journals The Cultural Spirit of the “May Fourth Movement” and Lu Xun’s Ambivalent Thinking

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 368-382
Author(s):  
Fugui Zhang ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Deep Understanding ◽  
Chinese Society ◽  
Lu Xun ◽  
May Fourth Movement ◽  
Logical Connection ◽  
Fourth Movement ◽  
History Of ◽  
May Fourth ◽  
The May Fourth Movement

The “May Fourth Movement” is undoubtedly a turning point in the history of modern Chinese society and culture. It must be acknowledged that the direction of development of Chinese culture was largely influenced by famous Chinese writer, educator and revolutionary Lu Xun (1881–1936). The structure of Lu Xun’s ideas and the influence of Lu Xun’s ideas today have shaped the ever-living “Lu Xun’s culture”. The main essence of Lu Xun’s culture is embodied in many important judgments regarding the development of the nation, society and culture. These judgments are aimed not only at the past, but also at the future and the present. Many of his thoughts were a century ahead their time. Speaking about Lu Xun’s anti-traditionalist approach to the development of new culture, one cannot ignore the rationalistic cultural spirit of the enlightenment ideology behind it. Lu Xun’s pessimism at the beginning of the “May Fourth Movement” and the subsequent bitterness can serve as a key to understanding the cultural spirit of the “May Fourth Movement” and its logical connection with Lu Xun’s culture. Analyzing Lu Xun’s criticism of China’s unrealized democracy and his skepticism about the new culture, one can see that Lu Xun’s inner mood is shrouded in a shadow of disappointment. Moreover, until the end of his days, he was accompanied by pain caused by too sober and deep perception of life. In addition, the reason for Lu Xun’s distrust is that too often, due to his decency and simplicity, he was deceived. We believe that the spiritual world of Lu Xun has always been characterized by the presence of two levels: Lu Xun is open, throwing loud calls, and Lu Xin is hidden, suffering and lonely. At the same time, his inherent sharpness stems from a deep understanding of the situation, and his bitterness comes from a firm will and an uncompromising attitude to his views. The reason for such bitterness is due to the strength and immensity of the objects of his resistance. Lu Xun’s views have enriched the thinking of China and all mankind.

scholarly journals Features of the Social Communication and Etiquette in Chinese Culture: The Traditional Basics and Modernity

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 460-467
Author(s):  
Lyana A. Shogenova
Keyword(s):  
Social Communication ◽  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Interpersonal Relations ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Business Culture ◽  
Chinese Society ◽  
Teacher Student ◽  
Chinese Business ◽  
Modern Business ◽  
Eastern Cultures

The article discusses the basics of Chinese etiquette, which are included in the core of traditional culture and are an integral part of the system of business communications — guanxi (a system of interpersonal relations) and mianzi (a concept of “face”). Both of the concepts are the basics for understanding the features of the Chinese social communication culture, which includes both modern formal components and traditional informal ones. In our view, the Chinese business culture has managed to preserve all the values that have been inherent in Chinese society for millennia, despite the systemic, increasing pressure of globalization.In the period when the People’s Republic of China is on the path of openness to the outside world, business etiquette is getting increasingly important, mainly in international relations. The teacher-student model becomes relevant not only from the point of view of traditions reproduction, but also for finding the ways to harmonize with new learning models coming from European and Asian states. The author assumes that Western and Eastern cultures are opposite, and something normal for a resident of China, can be a serious violation of the rules of decency for a European. With the controlled preservation of traditions in China, educational technologies of teaching the norms of European business etiquette are widespread, which is considered as a way of integration into the world community.Taking into account the increasing influence of globalization processes and the wide spread of Western trends, the Chinese business culture continues to preserve all the values and traditions that it has had over the years, harmonizing them with modern business technologies.

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