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Chinese traditional bioethics integrates theories on life's origin, proper treatment of life, and life's meaning. These interconnected concepts offer a framework for reconstructing bioethical principles.

Keywords:

Chinese traditional bioethics attitude towards life theory life origin theory life transcendence theory

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Area of Science:

Bioethics
Philosophy of Life
Traditional Chinese Philosophy

Background:

Traditional Chinese bioethics is rooted in distinct philosophical concepts.
Understanding these concepts is crucial for exploring life's mysteries and ethical treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the foundational theories of Chinese traditional bioethics.
To explore their interconnectedness and potential for modern bioethical reconstruction.

Main Methods:

Conceptual analysis of core theories: life origin, attitude towards life, and life transcendence.
Examination of the logical relationships between these theories.

Main Results:

Identified three core theories: 'Qi' for life origin, 'loving people and things' for life attitude, and 'eternity/immortality' for life transcendence.
Demonstrated the synergistic relationship between these theories.

Conclusions:

The interconnected theories provide a basis for understanding life's origin, treatment, and meaning.
Offers a unique theoretical resource for reconstructing contemporary Chinese bioethics.