Freedom in Ancient China: Mencius
The second sage of Confucianism known as Mencius wrote about the importance of prosperity, virtue, and freedom.
Portraits of Liberty · Libertarianism.org
November 19, 202022m 56s
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Show Notes
Few philosophy curricula today cover the writings of eastern philosophers. Even though his teachings are over two millennia old, the work of Mencius covers many liberal themes. Mencius argued for a state which promoted both virtue and prosperity through a policy of non-interference. He staunchly opposed wars aimed at expanding state power and argued in favor of deposing rulers who did not fulfill their obligations.
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