The Metaphysics of Philosophical Daoism

This book explores Daoist philosophy's core argument and intellectual foundation, xingershangxue, which focuses on understanding the world beyond perceivable objects and phenomena. It discusses the ideas of dao, de, and spontaneously self-so, showing a theoretical tendency to transcendence and providing a valuable resource for scholars interested in Chinese philosophy, Daoism, and comparative philosophy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 202 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Drawing on a wealth of classical Chinese texts, this book makes a compelling argument that xingershangxue, the study of the beyond form, forms the central and intellectual cornerstone of Daoist philosophy. The author presents Daoist xingershangxue as a distinct concept of metaphysics, distinct from the natural philosophy and metaphysics of ancient Greece, as it focuses on understanding the world beyond perceivable objects and phenomena, as well as names that are defined within their social, political, or moral structures. In contrast to other philosophical traditions in the East and West, the book delves into the ideas of dao, de, and spontaneously self-so, revealing Daoist xingershangxue's theoretical inclination towards transcendence. The author elucidates the distinctions between Daoist philosophy and ancient Greek philosophy and suggests that Daoist philosophy is the study of xingershangxue in nature, offering valuable insights for scholars interested in Chinese philosophy, Daoism, and comparative philosophy.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367621797