Research Article

Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping's Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought

Volume: 9 Number: 2 November 30, 2023
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Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping's Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought

Abstract

Xi Jinping, often referred to as the contemporary Mao, has introduced numerous development plans on a national and global scale since taking office as President in 2012. Having learned lessons from the disastrous Cultural Revolution which aimed to implant socialist ideas in China and resulted in the deaths of millions, Xi Jinping declared a new era in governance by emphasizing the importance of "Chinese Characteristics". Now, a Chinese government that has overcome the 'century of humiliation’ and is capable of confronting Western powers through a concerted effort, has successfully integrated Marxist-Leninist ideology with Chinese characteristics. Xi Jinping's philosophy, which combines modern requirements with the principles of traditional Chinese governance, has become part of the CCP ideology. Xi's comprehension of governance stems from traditional Chinese philosophy. The Warring Principalities era and the emergence of the Hundred Schools of Thought are the foundations of Xi's understanding of governance. This article investigates the heritage and evolution of Xi Jinping's governing ideology from ancient Chinese traditional beliefs, using the example of the "Hundred Schools of Thought". The article aims to explore the value implications of traditional Chinese governance thought in contemporary political life. Additionally, it seeks to promote the essence of ancient Chinese traditional culture, investigate its relevance in modern times, reveal patterns of cultural development, and offer guidance on how to carry forward and inherit the traditional Chinese cultural perspective.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Chinese Language, Literature and Culture

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

November 30, 2023

Publication Date

November 30, 2023

Submission Date

August 27, 2023

Acceptance Date

October 29, 2023

Published in Issue

Year 2023 Volume: 9 Number: 2

APA
Körkem, C. (2023). Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought. Current Research in Social Sciences, 9(2), 179-192. https://doi.org/10.30613/curesosc.1350875
AMA
1.Körkem C. Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought. Curr Res Soc Sci. 2023;9(2):179-192. doi:10.30613/curesosc.1350875
Chicago
Körkem, Cansu. 2023. “Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought”. Current Research in Social Sciences 9 (2): 179-92. https://doi.org/10.30613/curesosc.1350875.
EndNote
Körkem C (November 1, 2023) Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought. Current Research in Social Sciences 9 2 179–192.
IEEE
[1]C. Körkem, “Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought”, Curr Res Soc Sci, vol. 9, no. 2, pp. 179–192, Nov. 2023, doi: 10.30613/curesosc.1350875.
ISNAD
Körkem, Cansu. “Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought”. Current Research in Social Sciences 9/2 (November 1, 2023): 179-192. https://doi.org/10.30613/curesosc.1350875.
JAMA
1.Körkem C. Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought. Curr Res Soc Sci. 2023;9:179–192.
MLA
Körkem, Cansu. “Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought”. Current Research in Social Sciences, vol. 9, no. 2, Nov. 2023, pp. 179-92, doi:10.30613/curesosc.1350875.
Vancouver
1.Cansu Körkem. Comparison of Traditional Chinese Thought and Xi Jinping’s Understanding of Governance through the Hundred Schools of Thought. Curr Res Soc Sci. 2023 Nov. 1;9(2):179-92. doi:10.30613/curesosc.1350875