Legalism
See also: legalism
English edit
Etymology edit
legal + -ism, calque of Chinese 法家 (fǎjiā). Almost always capitalised.
Noun edit
Legalism (uncountable)
- A school of thought, originating in ancient China during the Warring States period and officially adopted during the Qin dynasty, advocating rule of law as key to ensuring social stability.
Translations edit
school of thought originating in ancient China
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