Proper order in Confucianism and as taught primarily by Mencius, the Chinese philosopher, is the conceptual theory that teaches how people can achieve their highest potential for moral and material well-being embodied in Mencius' conception of human nature. Correct order theory is the primary and philosophical means to this end. Although correct order may seem in many ways philosophically abstract, Mencius' teachings on correct order in history have had lasting and tangible effects on modern East Asian politics and its relationship between state and society, and even at a narrower level of the individual and the community. . In fact, fair order theory begins first at the individual level and blossoms from there to create a positive ripple effect throughout society. This profound theory and its ideals are credited with developing a social society in East Asia that recognizes the great potential of each of its citizens, but still aspires to consider the effects of individual actions on the common good and not ignore simply the interests of society. as a whole. This has helped guide East Asia through its long and eventful history and transformed it into the political and economic powerhouse it is today. But where exactly did such a significant theory that helped define an entire society come from? What exactly is correct order, how can we create it, and why is it necessary to realize Mencius' human nature? Most of these questions can be answered by explaining the fundamental virtue that all human beings have according to Mencius, our humanity defined in human nature. The most manageable way to approach such an intricate and abstruse concept as that of public order is to first establish it as a meaning...... middle of paper... but even more importantly, Mencius's fundamental conception according to which even Human nature is mindful of one's actions and considers the well-being of others and that people are morally obligated to do so is also key to reaching our full potential. This conception of human nature and right order together is what has shaped East Asian political and social thought for centuries. He is credited with creating an East Asia that is economically sound and socially coherent and will once again be the center of human society in the decades to come. And contrary to Western popular belief, East Asian political thought values the necessity of the individual in defining society. Indeed, the only way to realize our human nature is to self-cultivate in a morally and materially sound manner so that we can reach our highest potential and in this way be a valued and contributing member of society..
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