≪墨子≫에서 보이는 명命에 대한 비판의식과 통제 가능성

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to demonstrate Mozi criticizing Ming命 and controlling life in situations when war or disaster occurs. We often blame fate when we continually experience sudden events and situations when it is impossible to perform through our own will, or various situations that cannot be explained by causality. Unpredictable situations likely lead to resignation and arbitrary judgment. However, Mozi seek to eliminate the tendency of the obsession with Ming命 by providing the belief that external circumstances can be controlled. Rational judgments or actions help us escape from fatalism. Sanbiao三表, Jianxiangai兼相愛 and Jiaoxiangli交相利 are expected that rational judgment and moral standards will enable people to control their lives in situations such as war and disaster. I aim to organize my thesis in the following manner. First, I seek to confirm Mozi's criticism of fatalism. Moreover, I will discuss the need for Sanbiao三表 and deliberation. Finally, I will explore how Jianai兼愛 makes life bearable and controllable in disasters.