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Definition
Mozi, the Warring States period philosopher, or the classic text containing his teachings.
- Mozi; philosopher of the Warring States period and founder of Mohism
- Mozi; the foundational book of Mohist thought, attributed to Mozi
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How it's used
Refers both to the historical thinker and the classical text attributed to his school. When discussing the philosophy, it is often paired with 兼愛 or 非攻 to highlight core tenets of the Mohist school. It functions as a proper noun and does not typically take a measure word unless referring to a physical copy of the book.
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