Wang Yangming

Modern China Neo-Confucianism

Biography

Chinese philosopher, general, and administrator. Developed the philosophy of "mind" or "consciousness only".

Life Dates

Born: October 31, 1472
Died: January 9, 1529

Notable Quotes

"Knowledge is the beginning of action; action is the completion of knowledge."
"Everyone can become a sage."
"The mind is principle."
"To know and not to act is not to know at all."
"The original substance of the mind is clear and bright."

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