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Chapter 1 explores the integration of Chinese and Western cultures and the emergence of the university spirit in early modern China. It examines the origins of the university spirit, highlighting two main perspectives: one linking it to medieval European universities and the other to ancient Chinese learning traditions. The chapter also discusses the impact of missionary universities, which introduced Christian values while disrupting China’s native educational system. It emphasizes the historical evolution of the university spirit, shaped by cultural exchanges and societal changes, and sets the stage for further analysis through case studies in subsequent chapters.

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The Integration of Chinese and Western Cultures and the Birth of the University Spirit in Early Modern China

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    2025年

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  • Zhaohui Chu

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Chapter 1 explores the integration of Chinese and Western cultures and the emergence of the university spirit in early modern China. It examines the origins of the university spirit, highlighting two main perspectives: one linking it to medieval European universities and the other to ancient Chinese learning traditions. The chapter also discusses the impact of missionary universities, which introduced Christian values while disrupting China’s native educational system. It emphasizes the historical evolution of the university spirit, shaped by cultural exchanges and societal changes, and sets the stage for further analysis through case studies in subsequent chapters.