The Theoretical Innovation and Realistic Value of Marx and Engels'Thought on Civilization Development
Marx and Engels'thought on civilization development is constructed,embedded and characterized in their theory of historical materialism.On the basis of inheriting the essence of the previous Western theory of civ-ilization development,Marx and Engels transcended the previous stereotypes of rationalism,elitism,eternalism,and reformism,formed the interpretation paradigm of"practical materialism",established the fundamental stance of"subject of masses",revealed the prospect of"communism",and clarified the change path of"revolu-tionary movement".Marx and Engels'thought on civilization development opened an innovative chapter of hu-man civilization theory,and is a scientific theory reflecting the laws on the development of human society.Ana-lyzing the theoretical innovation of Marx and Engels'thought on civilization development will help us to grasp its core ideas and fundamental principles from the comparative perspective of Western thought on history,and pro-vide beneficial reference for building the modern civilization of the Chinese nation and realize the new cultural mission in the new era.
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