Affiliation(s)
Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
ABSTRACT
This paper discusses the
worldview of classical Chinese Tai Chi philosophy: the holistic view, the view
of Yin and Yang, view of change, view of no change, and view of harmony and
their enlightenment to human peace. The holistic view inspires people to look
at human society from the height of the whole earth, and consider not only
national interests, but also the interests of all mankind. The view of yin-yang
tells people that when analyzing problems, they should look at the two aspects
of yin-yang integration, not only to consider their own national interests ,
but also the interests of other countries, not only to see the contradictions
and conflicts between countries, but also to see mutual benefits, to develop
positive factors and to overcome negative factors; The view of change tells people
that national leaders should adjust their foreign relations according to the
changes of the times and the situation on the premise of abiding by objective
laws; The view of no change tells us to act in accordance with the laws of
nature and society, and thatcountries should respect each other, benefit each
other, and cooperate for win-win results. The view of harmony enlightens us
that in international relations, we should advocate the idea of living in
harmony, harmony in diversity and harmonious coexistence,and oppose hegemonism
and power politics.
KEYWORDS
Taiji philosophy, the
worldview, the enlightenment, positive significance, human peace
Cite this paper
ZHANG Lihua. The Enlightenment of Tai Chi Philosophical World View on Human Peace. International Relations and Diplomacy, May-June 2024, Vol. 12, No. 3, 91-97.
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