Gentlemen and Hero: A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Human Ideal Models

--Taking the Image of the Gentleman in the Analects of Confucius and the Image of the Hero in the Homeric Hymns as an Example

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10.2991/978-2-38476-281-1_8How to use a DOI?

Keywords

The Analects of Confucius; The Homeric Hymns; Ideal Models; Cross-Cultural Studies

Abstract

This paper undertakes a comprehensive exploration of two archetypal figures, the Confucian gentleman and the Homeric hero, deeply embedded in the cultural landscapes of ancient China and Greece, respectively. The analysis delves into the Analects of Confucius to decipher the intricate qualities defining the gentleman—benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, wisdom, and faith. Simultaneously, it examines the Homeric Hymns and ancient Greek culture to unravel the heroic code, characterized by courage, honor, strength, and wisdom, epitomized by figures like Achilles and Odysseus. Through a comparative lens, the study identifies shared virtues and principles, showcasing the universal aspects of these human ideal models. Benevolence, righteousness, courage, wisdom, and integrity emerge as common ground, transcending cultural boundaries and resonating in both Eastern and Western traditions. The cross-cultural revelation of these archetypes unfolds, demonstrating their enduring influence on modern Chinese and Western societies.

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AU  - Mingzhi Geng
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/08/31
TI  - Gentlemen and Hero: A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Human Ideal Models
BT  - Proceedings of the 2024 International Conference on Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Industry Development (HACID 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 48
EP  - 54
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-281-1_8
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-281-1_8
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