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An actual object should be assessed according to the name referring to it. Holding actualities according to its name was an important means for ancient Chinese to govern the state. In actual human relations concerning ethics and morality, every specific role or status had its name, which determined the character or responsibilities of that status. People with certain status had to be assessed on the basis of their status, and it was required that their actual words and actions corresponded to the character and responsibilities determined by the name of their status 去书内
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    Reflection on "Three Standards" of Mozi Studying the “three standards” proposed by Mozi through this Chinese - English text, I’ve gained profound insights and reflections. First, in terms of content comprehension, the English explanation helps me accurately grasp the connotations of the “three standards”. Translating concepts like “表 (biao)” as “standard or norm” and detailing how Mozi used sage - kings’ governance, people’s experience, and national - people’s interests to judge right and wrong, it makes this ancient philosophical thought more accessible. However, I realize that translation can only convey literal meanings to some extent; the deep - rooted cultural context and philosophical wisdom behind Mohism still require in - depth exploration in Chinese classical texts.

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