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折疑論 3.37

折疑論 3.37

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Classical Chinese

3.37

失義而後禮(禮者有強民之意。由義衰而用禮故曰失義而後禮)。

when righteousness is lost, ritual appears. (Ritual holds the intent to coerce the people. Because righteousness declines, ritual is employed; therefore it is said, 'When righteousness is lost, ritual appears.')

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