Distinguishing Ambition,Self-Reliance,and Character:The Triple Factors of Lu Xiangshan's"Yijian Gongfu"Theory
"Yijian Gongfu"(易简工夫)is the symbol of Xiangshan's Gongfu theory.From the perspective of the relationship between vertical and horizontal Gongfu,"Yijian Gongfu"mainly refers to Xiangshan's emphasis on vertical Gongfu in the form of realization.The formation of"Yijian Gongfu"is the result of multi-factors working together.From the level of practical learning,vertical efforts has a strong effect on breaking through private de-sires and accumulating opinions,while horizontal Gongfu provides space objectively for the generation of opinions.From the level of theoretical speculation,the emergence of subjectivity consciousness leads Xiangshan to position the starting point of Gongfu in the moment of nature presentation in Gongfu theory,and in the theory of heart-na-ture,it aims to make the original heart and heavenly principle the same,both represented by vertical Gongfu.The three aspects are interconnected and form a cycle,constantly being confirmed and strengthened in Xiangshan's teaching activities,and leading to his advocacy of"Yijian Gongfu".Xiangshan discovered the power of subjectivi-ty in achieving moral behavior and ideal personality activities,profoundly influencing the subsequent development of Chinese philosophical history.
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