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Now, how is this doctrine to be examined?
墨子 Mozi said:
Some standard of judgment must be established.
To expound a doctrine without regard to the standard
is similar to determining the directions of sunrise and sunset on a revolving potter's wheel.
By this means the distinction of right and wrong, benefit and harm,
cannot be known.
Therefore there must be three tests.
What are the three tests?
墨子:“Mozi said: Its basis, its verifiability, and its applicability.
How is it to be based?
It should be based on the deeds of the ancient sage-kings.
How is it to be verified?
It is to be verified by the senses of hearing and sight of the common people.
How is it to be applied?
It is to be applied by adopting it in government and observing its benefits to the country and the people.
This is what is meant by the three tests of every doctrine.


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