Xunxue plays a pivotal role in traditional Chinese culture, and it is considered to be an important representative of Confucianism since Confucius. Xunzi, as the founder of Xunxue, has far-reaching influence on his thoughts, covering many fields such as philosophy, politics, and ethics. Tan Sitong even admired Xunxue, believing it to be the foundation of Chinese scholarship for 2,000 years.
Tan Sitong believes that Xunxue is not only an academic thought, but also a manifestation of the humanistic spirit. In Xunzi's thought, the importance of "li" is emphasized, and it is believed to be the key to maintaining social order. At the same time, Xunzi also put forward the "theory of sexual evil", believing that human nature is evil, and it is necessary to guide people to good through education and etiquette. This idea was of great significance in the social context of the time, providing the rulers with a theoretical basis for governing society. In addition, Xunxue has also had a profound impact on China's cultural heritage. Since the Han Dynasty, Xunxue has gradually become an official doctrine and an important part of the imperial examination. Through the imperial examination, Xunxue's ideas were widely disseminated and penetrated into all strata of society. The inheritance of this culture is not only the promotion of Xunxue, but also the promotion and development of traditional Chinese culture.
In short, Xunxue occupies an important position in traditional Chinese culture, and it is an important representative of Confucianism since Confucius. Tan Sitong's admiration for Xunxue shows its fundamental position in Chinese scholarship for 2,000 years. Through the in-depth study of Xunxue, we can better understand the essence and value of traditional Chinese culture, and provide useful reference and enlightenment for the cultural development of modern society.