Confucianism and Human Rights. Book Summary

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Confucianism and Human Rights

William Theodore De Bary and Tu Weiming

What’s inside

This book explores the compatibility of Confucianism, an ancient Eastern philosophy, with the modern Western concept of human rights.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding of different cultural perspectives
  • Insight into ancient Eastern philosophy
  • Knowledge on the concept of human rights
  • Appreciation for the influence of ancient philosophies on modern concepts

Key Points

  • The Foundations of Confucianism
  • Confucianism and Western Thought
  • Human Rights in Confucianism
  • Interpreting Confucianism in a Modern Context
  • Confucianism’s Influence on Modern Society

Who’s it For

  • Students of Philosophy
  • Human Rights Activists
  • Scholars of Eastern Philosophy
  • Policy Makers

About author

William Theodore De Bary and Tu Weiming are renowned scholars known for their research on Eastern philosophy and its context in the modern world.