Daqin: Confucianism, Law, Bone, Taoist Mind

Daqin: Confucianism, Law, Bone, Taoist Mind, also known as The target of the startled salamander's assassination was me?, delves into the intricate relationship between Taoism, Confucianism, and Legalism in ancient and modern history. The novel portrays Taoism as the highest level philosophy advocating for a balance of 'do nothing and do everything', while Confucianism represents the middle ground with the belief that 'the people cannot stand without faith'. On the other hand, Legalism is depicted as the lower level ideology emphasizing strict adherence to the law without personal connections. Through the character Ying Wei's journey to the pre-Qin period, the novel explores the concept of incorporating Dao as the heart, Confucianism as the skin, and the law as the bone, offering a unique perspective on philosophical thought and governance.