| Abstract |
Zhen Dexiu's interpretation of the classics in his “Deduction from Great Learning” is different from Zhu Xi. He used the six classics and history to explain and proof “Great Learning”. This seems to present their differences between heart-nature thought and practicing things and reasons. The key point is they got subtle differences about the relationship between root and branch, substance and function of their concept of classics and history. The topic will focus on Zhen Dexiu, and compare Zhen Dexiu with Zhu Xi. First, analyze their style of exegesis and status of quote from Jinyan of “Great Learning”. Second, discuss relationship of root and branch, substance and function in their concept of classics and history, presenting the continuity and transformation of Zhu Xi by Zhen Dexiu. |
