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HPC 51. Standard Bearers: What is “Legalism"?

Podcast: History of Philosophy: India, Africana, China
Published: Apr 12, 2026
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The “fa-thinkers” Shang Yang and Han Feizi encourage the rigorous application of “standards,” including law, reward, and punishment.