expression, noun
the teachings of Confucius and Mencius
Refers specifically to the combined doctrines of Confucius (孔子) and Mencius (孟子), foundational to Confucianism.
彼は生涯、孔孟の教えを実践しようと努めた。
Throughout his life, he strove to put the teachings of Confucius and Mencius into practice.