How Exile Influenced Confucius' 'Forty Without Doubt' Wisdom

20/02/2025 17 min Temporada 1 Episodio 32

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Episode Synopsis

we delve into the lesser-known early life of Confucius during the Spring and Autumn period, focusing on his failed political journey and exile in Qi. This experience led to a fractured relationship with the powerful Three Huan family in Lu and played a significant role in shaping his philosophical outlook. We explore Confucius' observations in Qi, how this experience influenced his teachings such as "at forty, I had no doubts" and "a noble man is harmonious but not divisive," and why historical records are sparse on this event. https://youtu.be/45moD21GXxo

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