What was Han Yu's central argument for Confucianism's revival?
My central argument is that the Way of the ancient sage kings, embodied by Confucianism, offers the only true path to order and harmony. The teachings of Confucius and Mencius represent a lineage of moral wisdom that has been corrupted by heterodox ideas and superficial scholarship. By returning to the fundamental principles of benevolence, righteousness, propriety, and wisdom, society can be reformed and individuals can cultivate their moral character.