Lord Shang and Legalism (8 avr. 356 av. J.-C. – 7 mars 338 av. J.-C.)
Description:
-Tried to weaken Qin nobility by abolishing primogeniture (property now had to be shared between brothers, not given to the oldest son)-Thought that a ruler should trust his own judgement and do anything to compel obedience from subjects
-Willing to sacrifice individual freedom to protect prosperity of the state
-Killed in 338 BCE after becoming entangled in a bitter intrigue at court
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
8 avr. 356 av. J.-C.
7 mars 338 av. J.-C.
~ 18 years