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“Liu Xun wrote short stories accusing Confucianism of being the same as cannibalism, which is a strong indictment of the tradition.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Chinese intellectual movements
For: Students and scholars of Chinese history and philosophy
Key quote: “The great early 20th century writer Liu Xun basically wrote short stories accusing Confucianism of being the same as cannibalism.”
The host discusses the impact of the May 4th movement and its rejection of Confucianism, highlighting Liu Xun's critical stance on traditional values. Liu Xun's writings serve as a powerful indictment of Confucianism, illustrating the radical shift in thought among early 20th-century Chinese intellectuals.