The Philosophy of Wang Yang-Ming Translated from the Chinese (Classic Reprint)

Scholars, like other people, may be provincial; but the spirit of scholarship recognizes and values truth and wisdom from every source. Such recognition and appreciation have always been a factor in promoting mutual understanding and good will between nations. Western scholars have for some time had access to the older Chinese classica A general esteem for Chinese ethics has resulted, which has contributed to ensure a friendly reception to the Chinese students and travelers who have visited Europe and A merica. But previous intercourse between Orient andO ccident is, we may well believe, only a promise of far greater acquaintance. Everything points to a rapid increase of commercial and political relations. The East is learning what theW est has thought and said; it is highly important that theW est should know much more of theE ast. A ccordingly, I am glad of an opportunity to prefix a cordial word of welcome to the translation of an important Chinese author, which a friend and former student of mine is presenting to the world of scholars and to all who would understand better the civilization and ideals of China. Dr. Henke has resided for several years inC hina, first as a missionary and then as a teacher of philosophy in the University of Nanking. He has had the advice and cooperation of Chinese scholars and has given a translation which, I believe, will be valuable not only in making accessible an author whose ideas suggest many interesting comparisons with those of certain thinkers, but also in adding to our understanding and appreciation of theE ast. I have written of theE ast, yet as Mr.
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