Harmony (和): Concepts and Practice of Health in Confucius Philosophy Provided for People with Diseases

Abstract

The concepts and practices of health in Confucius philosophy may provide patients with a possible way to dealing with life. This study aimed at exploring Confucius's understanding of health, good life, and well-being related to harmony. Documentation analysis was used to examine the meaning of health-related to harmony in Confucius philosophy. A qualitative approach was employed to identify concepts and practices regarding harmony. This research revealed Confucius's understanding of health, good life, and well-being based on harmony, which may provide a life philosophy to patients, a new perspective on living with illness, and offers a possible way for patients to deal with challenges.