Han dynasty Confucian who argued that Heaven, Earth, and Humanity form a responsive cosmic triad and developed the theory of cosmic resonance (ganying) — the basis for imperial Confucianism.
Cosmic resonance: Heaven responds to human actions, especially the ruler's; natural disasters signal Heaven's displeasure. The Three Bonds: ruler-minister, father-son, husband-wife — hierarchical relationships that mirror the cosmic order. Recommended to Emperor Wu that Confucianism be established as state orthodoxy.
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