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Semi-protected edit request on 8 December 2024

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MHernandez28 (talk) 23:11, 8 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Subject: Edit Request for "Chinese Culture" - Adding Detailed Context on the Hundred Schools of Thought

Dear Wikipedia Editors,

I would like to propose an addition to the article on Chinese Culture, specifically to enrich the section on Chinese philosophy and intellectual history.

During the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods (roughly 6th century to 221 BC), a number of influential schools of thought flourished, known collectively as the Hundred Schools of Thought. This period, despite the chaos of constant warfare, was a time of remarkable intellectual growth and innovation. Key philosophies such as Confucianism, Taoism, Legalism, and Mohism emerged, each influencing Chinese society in significant ways and continuing to shape cultural and political practices through subsequent dynasties.

I recommend adding the following information to provide additional context:

Historical Background of the Hundred Schools of Thought: This intellectual flourishing occurred during a time of political fragmentation and was characterized by itinerant scholars offering advice to competing states on governance, warfare, and diplomacy. The period was referred to as the "Contention of a Hundred Schools of Thought" (百家争鸣, bǎijiā zhēngmíng).

Influence on Chinese Culture: The ideas discussed during this period laid the foundation for Chinese political philosophy, ethics, and social structures. For example, Confucianism emphasized morality and the importance of education, becoming the dominant philosophy for governance during the Han dynasty. Taoism promoted harmony with nature, influencing Chinese art, medicine, and cosmology. Legalism, with its focus on strict laws and centralized control, played a pivotal role in the formation of the Qin dynasty, while Mohism promoted universal love and pragmatic governance.

End of the Hundred Schools: The intellectual freedom of this period ended with the rise of the Qin dynasty, which suppressed dissenting philosophies, particularly Confucianism, in favor of Legalist principles.

By including this additional context, we can provide a more comprehensive overview of the rich philosophical and intellectual heritage that has profoundly influenced Chinese culture and governance, both historically and in modern times.

Thank you for considering this request! I look forward to your feedback.

Best regards, MHernandez28

Not done: it's not clear what changes you want to be made. Please mention the specific changes in a "change X to Y" format and provide a reliable source if appropriate. Cannolis (talk) 00:10, 9 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Please don't use ChatGPT to generate additions to Wikipedia articles. That is useless. Instead, engage with and integrate into the content already present, and cite your sources inline like we do. Thanks. Remsense ‥ 论 02:07, 9 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]