Question

In the context of the philosophy of Mencius, which of the following is considered true happiness? Select one: a. ruling an empire for the sake of power b. being a Mikado c. seeing parents and family alive and free from anxiety d. being detached from one's intuition and conscience

Answer 1

c. seeing parents and family alive and free from anxiety.

Step-by-step explanation:

Mencius is a writer. He wrote a book on Confucian philosophy. He also worked as an official in Qi.

Mencius explains the difference between benevolence and righteousness.

Benevolence is the internal source of moral conduct and is the most fundamental aspect of our nature as human beings.

Righteousness is the proper path for moral conduct and is the path that must be followed to fulfill nature as human beings.

In the context of the philosophy of Mencius,

seeing parents and family alive and free from anxiety is considered as true happiness.