The Utilization of Confucian Ideology by the Manchus during the Qing Dynasty

Abstract

despite resistance often through force. Arendt emphasizes its collective and context-dependent nature. Luke‘s third Dimension of Power underscores its influence on perceptions and preferences sometimes conflicting with individual interests. Li highlights cultural agreements‘ impact on public interest illustrating how culture shapes power distribution. This understanding underscores the importance of considering cultural context when analyzing power dynamics and structures. Building on that I define power as a cultural consensus on public interest and proper usage of its exercise involving both the exertion and perception of power. While these frameworks primarily stem from discussions within the European context it is important to acknowledge that power may vary in other regions such as Asian cultures. In this essay I aim to explore how these Western understandings of power can be applied to Asian cultures focusing specifically on the utilization of Confucian ideology by the Manchus during the Qing dynasty.