What was unique about Zhu Xi's dialogues?
They were riddles
Recorded by followers
Sung aloud
Televised
Answer
Zhu Xi’s dialogues were meticulously recorded by his devoted followers. These detailed accounts captured his teachings, philosophical discussions, and interactions with students, preserving his profound impact on Confucian thought. The dialogues shed light on his influential theories, including the "investigation of things" (gewu), the cultivation of the mind (xixin), and the unity of principle (li) and substance (qi).
The Sage of Songtian: A Quiz on the Life and Works of Zhu Xi
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