Why did Mencius travel so much during his life?
To escape prosecution
To find enlightenment
To offer counsel to rulers
To learn from other cultures
Answer
Mencius traveled extensively during his life because he wanted to offer counsel to rulers. He believed that the best way to improve the lives of the people was to help the rulers understand the importance of virtue and morality. He believed that if the rulers were virtuous, they would rule in a just and benevolent manner, and the people would prosper.
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