关键词: 严复, 天演论, 道德观, 传统伦理

Abstract: While existing studies on Yan Fu’s evolutionary theory are from the perspective of history of social politics, this paper attempts to discuss the issue from the perspective of the history of academic thoughts. The author points out that Yan Fu has established a new moral concept of “TIANYAN LUN” that breaks through the traditional Chinese ethic. In his theory are examples of the progress from studies of the heart to studies of the mass, from human nature to evolution, from self-perfection to seeking material gains, from the theory of good or evil to theory of suffering and happiness. The author holds that Yan Fu’s contribution is fundamental. He has set up the basis for the historic progress of the Chinese modern ethics.

Key words: Yan Fu, “TIYAN LUN”, moral concept, traditional ethic