Mozi (c. 470–391 BCE) was the founder of Moism, a school of thought in ancient Chinese philosophy that emphasized impartial care and concern for all people.

Moism's central ethical principle is universal love, which means caring for and benefiting all people equally, regardless of their social status or affiliation.

Mozi believed that selfishness was the root of all social problems and that it led to conflict, oppression, and injustice.

Mozi believed that the solution to social problems lay in moral transformation, which involved cultivating impartial care and concern for all people.

Mozi's concept of impartial care and concern meant caring for all people equally, regardless of their social status, affiliation, or personal characteristics.

Mozi believed that the purpose of government was to promote the well-being of all people, not just the ruling class.

Mozi advocated for cutting taxes, reducing the size of the military, and eliminating unnecessary government positions as ways to reduce government expenditures.

Mozi believed that the role of the individual in society was to contribute to the well-being of society, not just to pursue one's own interests.

Mozi believed that knowledge and action were equally important and that one should not neglect either in the pursuit of moral improvement.

Mozi believed that the ultimate goal of human life was to contribute to the well-being of society, not just to achieve personal happiness or spiritual liberation.

Mozi's philosophy influenced later Chinese thought by leading to the development of Mohism, a school of thought that emphasized impartial care and concern for all people.

Mozi opposed war as a means to achieve political goals and advocated for peaceful resolution of conflicts.

Mozi believed that music should be used to promote moral values and to inspire people to act in accordance with those values.

Mozi believed that education should be used to promote moral values and to teach people how to live in accordance with those values.

Mozi believed that people have free will and that they are responsible for their own actions and choices.