Confucianism

What are the Four Books?

Chinese classic texts illustrating the core value and belief systems in Confucianism.

What is li?

a kind of form of a 'ritual', but it has also been translated as 'customs', 'etiquette', 'morals', and 'rules of proper behavior', among other terms.

What is filial piety?

in Confucian thought, one of the virtues to be cultivated, a love and respect for one's parents and ancestors, dead or alive

What is ren?

an attitude of kindness and benevolence or a sense of humanity for confucianism.

What are Confucianists?

followers of Confucius's teachings

What is Teacher's Day?

Confucius' birthday, also known as Confucius' day

Who is Confucius?

Chinese philosopher, administrator, and moralist; his social and moral teachings were collected in the analects; he tried to replace former religious observances

What is Confucianism?

the system of ethics, education, and statesmanship taught by Confucius and his disciples, stressing love for humanity, ancestor worship, reverence for parents, and harmony in thought and conduct

What are the Five Classics?

five ancient Chinese books used in Confucianism as the basis of studies. These books, or parts of them, were either commented, compiled, or edited by Confucius himself.

What is the yin-yang symbol?

symbol used to illustrate the natural harmony that exists in the world. everything must have an opposing force that allows the harmonious universe to exist

Rituals are filled by...

the practices of Chinese Religion, Taoism, Buddhism, or other religions Confucianists follow

What was a symbol of showing respect to others?

bowing

They regard heaven as...

a positive force in the universe

Are there any gods in Confucianism?

no

Confucius considered himself a failure because...

his ambitions to advise China's rulers never came to pass

Confucius was born in...

Lu, a small federal town

What was the only kind of students that Confucius turned away?

lazy students

What is a major branch of Confucianism?

Neo-Confucianism

When did Confucianism begin?

6th to 5th Century BCE

Confucianists must...

balance individual good with ultimate good

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Confucius developed concepts about education, society and government.

(Analects) are the most revered sacred scripture in the Confucian tradition.

Confucianism is based on the idea of 'love' and 'compassion' as two prime virtues in life. A society in which individuals place morals and virtue above everything else will surely prosper. Therefore Confucius emphasized the importance of rituals or a code of good conduct for a society.