The Department of Asian Studies at the Faculty of Arts, University of Ljubljana cordially invites PhD students and post-doctoral researchers to a summer school course “Models of Dialectical Thought in Chinese and Asian Philosophy.” The course will be held September 4–7, 2026. Please find more description of the summer school and application procedures through the University of Ljubljana’s website.
Category Archives: Comparative philosophy
Conference: Utopias and Their Pursuit: A Comparative Study of the East and West
Major religions and spiritual traditions articulate their own visions of utopia, and these ideals have shaped the political and social foundations of their respective civilizations. The conference Utopias and Their Pursuit: A Comparative Study of the East and West seeks to explore utopian ideals and their practical manifestations by bringing Chinese and Western thought and historical experience into dialogue. Topics include philosophical and theological accounts and critiques of utopia; policies and historical events inspired by utopian visions; and the ways utopian ideas continue to influence contemporary global discourse. Please see the conference’s full program here. The online registration link can be accessed through scanning the QR codes in these two posters.
Chinese Philosophy-relevant panels at 2025 AAR
Michael Ing assembled the following list of panels at the annual American Academy of Religion (AAR) meeting, currently underway…
Here are panels of interest at the AAR this weekend. The entire program can be found here: https://papers.aarweb.org/program-book/30613. Looking forward to seeing you.
Sunday, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Sheraton, Boston Common (Fifth Floor)
Session ID: A23-109
Hosted by: Confucian Traditions Unit
Theme: Beyond Boundaries: Confucianism and The Evolution of Chinese Utopian Thought
The concept of utopia has long captivated thinkers across cultures, including in China, where diverse utopian visions emerged within Confucian, Daoist, and Legalist traditions. Scholars often argue that while Confucian utopias emphasized hierarchy and morality, Daoist models championed harmony with nature, whereas Legalist visions sought strict governance. However, rigid classifications overlook the fluidity of Chinese utopian thought, as thinkers often blended elements from different traditions. This panel challenges traditional paradigms by exploring varied Chinese utopian visions. The first paper critiques the Legalist utopia of Shang Yang and Han Feizi, highlighting its dystopian consequences. The second examines the utopian poetry of Tao Yuanming, revealing its Confucian influences. The third analyzes contemporary Confucian philosopher Zhang Xianglong’s proposal for Special Districts for Confucian Culture, showing its fusion of Confucian, Daoist, and Western ideas. Together, these studies demonstrate the adaptability of Chinese utopian thought, transcending rigid intellectual boundaries to shape evolving ideals of society.
CFP: The Philosophy of Generative AI: Perspectives from East and West
This special issue of Synthese invites contributions that explore the philosophical implications of generative AI and examine what philosophy can contribute to its development and understanding. Submissions that bring together Eastern and Western perspectives, fostering dialogue across traditions and intellectual borders are especially welcomed. Please read more for the submission guidelines and more information on the special issue. Continue reading →
Conference: Envisioning Futures: Decolonial and World Philosophical Approaches
The Department of Philosophy at The Chinese University of Hong Kong is hosting a hybrid conference titled “Envisioning Futures: Decolonial and World Philosophical Approaches” on 21-22 November 2025. Please find more information on the conference through this link.
CFP: International Conference Ethics in Chinese Philosophy, HKUST
To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), the Division of Humanities is organizing a conference titled “Ethics in Chinese Philosophy,” which will take place on March 20-21, 2026 (Friday and Saturday) at HKUST. Please read more to further information about the conference and the application guidelines. Continue reading →
New Book: Song, Debating Transcendence: Creatio ex nihilo and Sheng Sheng
Bin Song’s Debating Transcendence: Creatio ex nihilo and Sheng Sheng has recently been published through Fordham University Press. Please read more to find the description of the book, or scan the QR code on this flyer to access the press’s website and the full book. Additionally, there is a 25% discount code DEBATING25 for purchase of both digital and the physical copies. Continue reading →
NECCT 2025 Website with schedule and registration
The 2025 Northeast Conference on Chinese Thought (NECCT) will take place Friday, November 14 to Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Duke University. The conference website, with schedule, registration, and other information is here.
Chinese-Greek Philosophy Forum Lecture by Jana S. Rošker
On Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 9:00pm Beijing time the Chinese-Greek Philosophy Forum Geju yu Dongjian 格局与洞见 (Horizons and Insights) will host a lecture by Professor Jana S. Rošker (University of Ljubljana) titled “Zeno of Elea and Hui Shi 惠施 Through the Lens of the Flying Arrow”. Please find the zoom link here.
More can be learnt about the Geju yu Dongjian 格局与洞见 (Horizons and Insights) forum here.
Online Course: Worldmodels & Ontologies: Visions of Reality in Chinese Thought
The online course “Worldmodels & Ontologies: Visions of Reality in Chinese Thought” will be running from Thursday, 16 October to Thursday, 18 December 2025. This seminar is designed in collaboration with colleagues from the University of Zurich, the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, and National Chengchi University (NCCU). Scholars, students, and practitioners are warmly invited to join this collaborative exploration of how different textual traditions in China have structured their visions of reality. Please find the course description and schedule here.
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