Discussion: Guilt and Sin in Traditional China

Author: Wolfram Eberhard

Description: In Guilt and Sin in Traditional China, Wolfram Eberhard examines the unique concepts of guilt and sin in traditional Chinese society. Eberhard argues that unlike in Western cultures, where guilt is a central psychological force, Chinese moral thought was less concerned with individual guilt and more with social harmony, filial piety, and ritual propriety. He explores the philosophical underpinnings of Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism, showing how these traditions emphasized collective responsibility over personal accountability.

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