Zeng Guofan's Personal Character Idea and Cultural Significance of Thought

Zeng Guofan was regarded as a representative Confucianism in Song dynasty.The ideal personal character he pursued not only covers moral nourishment of Song dynasty Confucianism,but also covers intelligence and resilient dignity.It should be confirmed that Zeng Guofan's personal character idea fully displayed his understanding of rich Chinese traditional culture of thought.That idea also embodies contemporary spirits of value revolution since Ming and Qing dynasties.