Analysis Of Zeng Zi’s Mind-training

Zengzi was one of the important representatives of the Pre-Qin Confucianis.Zengzi’s mind-training is the result of his cognition between "body" and "mind".He thinks that people behave is the real reflection of the inner world,the mind is the most essential,and external behavior depends on the mind to guide,mind is the foundation of all thinking behavior,and other behavior is the outward sign of mind,based on the analysis of relationship of body and mind,is the fundamental Zengzi stressed mind-training.Zengzi’s mind-training ultimate goal is to cultivate a gentleman personality,his thought mainly reflects in:Fisrt,inner fear,the fear is not that of timid,but remain cautious attitude,work conscientiously,don’t slack off,not pride,in order to ensure that the person do not appear error,freedom from sin.Second,seek the cause in oneself,Zengzi inherited Confucius deeply in this thought "On seeing a man of virtue,try to become his equal;on seeing a man without virtue,examine yourself not to have the same defects" theory,Zengzi emphasize should deeply self-reflection yourself,every day thinking about his work in person if there is a problem,whether there is an error,in the introspection to identify problems and correct,this kind of practice is an important way to promote moral and purify the mind.Third,the important influence of Filial piety and Ritual,"Filial piety",as an important concept in Pre-Qin ideology,is also an important criterion for the cultivation of a gentleman’s personality and whether it is recognized as a gentleman."Ritua",as an external means of restraint,also has the standard for the measurement of a gentleman’s personality.Therefore,in Zengzi’s mind training,it is necessary to cultivate both one’s inner self and one’s outer behavior to become a gentleman.Zengzi as an important character of the Pre-Qin Confucianis,His position in the Confucianis is also very special.He inherited from Confucius and inspired the school of Simeng.He is an important transitional figure of the Pre-Qin Confucianism.His mind-training of Confucius thought line,a consistent inheritance,but also for the Zisi,Mencius Confucianism to carry forward his laid a foundation.Zengzi’s mind-training for now the country building socialism with Chinese characteristics in our country has the influence of cannot be underestimated,he emphasized the introspection of inner and external behavior constraints,for today we improve the level of their accomplishment,improve social and moral qualities,as well as the national overall cultural construction,has a profound significance.