This excerpt is from Han Feizi · Employing People, a pivotal chapter on the objectivity and de‑emotionalization of the rule of law. With the apt metaphor of archery and references to Yao, Hou Yi and Bi Gan, Han Fei presents a core political‑philosophical view: genuine rule of law must free itself from a ruler’s…
This Han Feizi chapter describes sage‑king legislation with motivating rewards and overcoming violence. A sound system creates ruler‑subject harmony, inspiring loyal, courageous subjects so the ruler may govern securely without worry.