People should practice proper behavior {li, proper behavior}, depending on social status. People should treat subordinates as if they were superiors. Li is structures and patterns in nature according to Chu Hsi. Li is structures and patterns in mind, according to Wang Yang-ming. Li pairs with matter to make objects. Li acts to organize matter, desires, and thoughts correctly, according to Tai Chen.
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