“The Five Virtues” and Political Theology in China

In ancient times in China, the political theology of “the five virtues” often played an important role on the occasions of dynasty subrogation. The doctrines of “the five virtues”, “the five emperors”, “the five colors”, etc. evolved from the main political theories of “regality from Heaven for virtue” advocated by Zhougong and “governing with virtue” by Confucius, are all symbols of politics and culture.