Yang Zhu

Chinese philosopher (c. 440–360 BCE), known for ethical egoism.

Key Contributions:

• Developed Yangism, emphasizing self-interest.
• Influenced ethics in Chinese thought.
• Contrasted Mozi and Confucius.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• Yangism (egoist philosophy)
• Ethics (self-interest)
• Mozi (opposing universal love)
• Confucius (contrasting social harmony)
• Individualism (self-focused ethics)

Record

Lived: c. 440 BCE–360 BCE

Tradition: Chinese