Confucius redefines moral boundaries between heaven and humanity in ancient texts.
The article explores Confucius' views on morality between heaven and humans in ancient texts. It analyzes specific writings to show how Confucius transformed traditional beliefs about heaven and human relationships. Confucius shifted the focus from external control to inner moral guidance, making him a profound thinker of his time. These writings fill a gap in understanding moral concepts from earlier dynasties to later Confucian teachings, laying the foundation for idealistic views on morality.