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Secondary Sources
- Cui, W. (2025). Exploring Wang Yangming’s perspective on “learning concept” from Chuanxi Lu (Volume I). Advances in Philosophy, 14(2), 216–220.https://pdf.hanspub.org/acpp2025142_322382823.pdf
This article analyzes Wang Yangming’s philosophy of learning as presented in Chuanxi Lu (Volume I). It highlights the foundations of learning in the concept of the mind, the methods of gradual self-cultivation, and the ultimate purpose of uniting knowledge and practice. The paper situates Wang’s view of learning within the broader Confucian tradition and emphasizes its practical application to life.
- Chen, M. (2023). An analysis of “knowing and stopping” in Wang Yangming’s College Question. Advances in Philosophy, 12(8), 1494–1498. https://doi.org/10.12677/ACPP.2023.128251
This article examines the concept of “knowing and stopping” in Wang Yangming’s College Question. It explores how this idea reflects the Confucian pursuit of moral self-cultivation and practical wisdom. The paper highlights its relevance to both personal development and the broader framework of Neo-Confucian philosophy.
- Liu, Z. (2014). The Unity of Knowing and Doing—The Core Concept of Wang Yangming’s Mind-Philosophy. Open Journal of Historical Studies, 2(2), 61–64. https://doi.org/10.12677/OJHS.2014.22005
This article discusses Wang Yangming’s doctrine of “the unity of knowing and doing” as a central concept in his Xin-xue . It argues that knowledge and action must be mutually integrated rather than separated, and examines how this view links moral cognition with moral practice.
- Zhang, G. (2024). The development and influence of Xin-Xue during the Ming Dynasty. Guoxue (Chinese Traditional Culture), 12(4). https://www.hanspub.org/journal/paperinformation?paperid=94508
This article traces the historical progression and philosophical impact of the Xin-Xue school during the Ming dynasty. It examines key thinkers, doctrinal developments, and how Xin-Xue shaped educational, political, and moral discourse.
- Liu, C. (2025). A discussion on the metaphysical meanings of substance, function, and ontology, and Wang Yangming’s view of the unity of substance and function. Advances in Philosophy, 14(7), 110–117. https://doi.org/10.12677/acpp.2025.147346
This article focuses on the ideas of substance and function in Chinese philosophy and their meaning. It explains Wang Yangming’s view that substance and function are different but cannot be separated. The author shows how this idea supports Wang’s philosophy, especially his belief that “the heart is principle”.