🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

斯多噶主义

Pronunciation / Transliteration: sī duō gé zhǔ yì

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Sutōshugi/suːtoʊˈʃuːɡi/
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"斯多噶主义教导我们在逆境中保持冷静。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A philosophical doctrine emphasizing self-control and rationality, often associated with the ability to endure pain or hardship without displaying feelings.

    "In modern discussions, sutōshugi is often referenced in the context of mental resilience training."
  2. 2

    A principle or belief system that advocates for emotional detachment and the pursuit of virtue through reason.

    "Many leaders in Japan have adopted sutōshugi as a guiding principle in their decision-making processes."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'sutōshugi' is derived from Japanese, where 'sutō' means 'stoicism' and 'shugi' means 'doctrine' or 'principle'. It reflects philosophical influences from both Eastern and Western thought, particularly during the Meiji era when Japan was integrating various ideologies.

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