Mohism: Universal Love & the Anti-war Philosophy
Author：子琼 | 2025-05-28 | Views：22
Founded by Mozi (墨子, 470–391 BCE), Mohism was ancient China’s most radical humanist movement. While Confucius emphasized ritual, Mozi preached "jian’ai" (兼爱) - impartial care for all.
Core Ideas
Universal Love: Reject favoritism - treat strangers like family.
Anti-war: Wars waste resources; defense should be non-lethal (Mozi invented siege defense tools).
Meritocracy: Promote talent over nobility - a revolutionary idea then.
Modern Parallels
AI Ethics: Mohist "impartiality" inspires fairness algorithms.
Pacifism: The UN’s "Dialogue of Civilizations" cites Mozi.
Engineering: His defensive designs influenced modern architecture.
Why It Matters:
In an era of division, Mohism’s call for "benefit for all" feels urgent.