Value concepts in the linguistic picture of the world: a comparative analysis of Chinese and Russian

This study is devoted to a comparative analysis of value concepts in the Russian and Chinese linguistic worldviews. The aim of the work is to identify key axiological dominants, their linguistic representations, and cultural and historical foundations. The methodological basis includes a conceptological approach, semantic and component analysis, which allows value categories to be considered as multidimensional formations. In Russian, the emphasis is on the concepts of “justice,” “soul,” and “freedom,” which reflect the emotional and existential aspects of national consciousness. In Chinese, the concepts of “和谐” (harmony) and “孝” (filial piety) occupy a central place, demonstrating social hierarchy and a holistic worldview. Particular attention is paid to the influence of the Orthodox tradition and the Confucian-Taoist heritage on the formation of value systems. The results of the study are significant for intercultural communication and language teaching methods, emphasizing the need to take axiological differences into account.