Legalism

See also: legalism

English

Etymology

From legal + -ism, and translation of Chinese 法家 (fǎjiā). Almost always capitalised.

Noun

Legalism (uncountable)

  1. 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.

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