『論語徵』에 나타난 오규 소라이[荻生徂徠]의 道 인식

Abstract

The purpose of this dissertation is to understand the recognition of ‘Tao(道)’ of Ogyū Sorai(荻生徂徠) that appeared in the 『論语征』. 『論语征』 is starts from criticism about the interpretation of the Analects of Confucius of Chu Hsi(朱熹). Ogyū Sorai was a Japanese Confucian philosopher. He has been described as the most influential such scholar during the Tokugawa period. Sorai rejected the moralism of Song Confucianism and instead looked to the ancient works. He argued that allowing emotions to be expressed was important and nurtured Chinese philosophy in Japan for this reason. Sorai attracted a large following with his teachings and created the Sorai school, which would become an influential force in further Confucian scholarship in Japan. Therefore, this dissertation reveals the characteristics of the recognition of ‘Tao’ of Ogyū Sorai, through the comparison of the recognition of ‘Tao(道)’ of Ogyū Sorai and Chu Hsi. Sorai thought that 『論語』 is a book that has recorded what can be teachings among the Confucius say. And he also thought that ‘Tao’ is the institutional mechanisms for social reign. Moreover, he saw the ancient Chinese sage-kings as concerned not only with morality but also with government itself. And in his mind, Confucianism is the study to rule the world and govern human beings. In addition to this, Sorai thought that the study is a tool for promoting the welfare of society.