Wu-Wei: Lao-zi, Zhuang-zi and the aesthetic judgement

Asian Philosophy 12 (1):53 – 63 (2002)
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Abstract

The concept of wu-wei (nonaction) has undergone significant changes from Lao-zi to Zhuang-zi. This paper will argue that, while wu-wei in Lao-zi is a utilitarian principle, wu-wei of Zhuan-zi represents an aesthetic world-view. The aesthetic nature of the Daoist nonaction will be illustrated through Kant's concept of 'purposiveness without purpose'.

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Rui Zhu
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Wei-wu-Wei: Nondual action.David Loy - 1985 - Philosophy East and West 35 (1):73-86.

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