L. Liu

Wang Yangming’s Concept of Oneness from the Perspective of Mysticism

Religions September 2, 2024 L. Liu

Wang Yangming's philosophy of oneness, while appearing to describe a mystical union with all things, is better understood as a form of introvertive mysticism. This is due to his specific definition of "thing" and the central role of the heart-mind. The realm of oneness arises from a heart-mind that pervades the universe, with liangzhi serving as both pure consciousness and the foundation of reality. Viewing his theory through a mystical philosophical lens reveals it as a spiritual philosophy that goes beyond mere ethical claims, deepening the understanding of his philosophy of mind.