Abstract:

In the report of the 20^th National Congress of the CPC, XI Jin-ping repeatedly stresses that “we must uphold fundamental principles and break new ground”. “Upholding fundamental principles and breaking new ground” reflects the distinct meaning of historical materialism. As far as the philosophical premise is concerned, “upholding fundamental principles and breaking new ground” rejects external reflection and requires in-depth social and historical reality, showing the persistence of the materialization principle and innovative characteristics of historical materialism. As far as its development direction is concerned, “upholding fundamental principles and breaking new ground” follows historical materialism and guides new practice with new theories, and promotes the Chinese path to modernization in the social-historical orientation. As far as the value orientation is concerned, “upholding fundamental principles and breaking new ground” has always adhered to the clear position of people first, brought into play of the people to realize the free and comprehensive development of human beings, and actively created a new form of human civilization while committed to the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

Key words: uphold fundamental principles and break new ground, historical materialism, socio-historical orientation, external reflection