Confucianism - Wikipedia Gates of the wenmiao of Datong, Shanxi Confucianism, also known as Ruism or Ru classicism, [1] is a system of thought and behavior originating in ancient China, and is variously described as a tradition, philosophy, religion, theory of government, or way of life [2]
Confucianism | Meaning, History, Beliefs, Facts | Britannica Confucianism, the way of life propagated by Confucius in the 6th–5th century bce and followed by the Chinese people for more than two millennia Although transformed over time, it is still the substance of learning, the source of values, and the social code of the Chinese
Confucianism - Education Confucianism has existed for more than 2,500 years and is one of the most influential religious philosophies in the history of China It is concerned with inner virtue, morality and respect for the community and its values
Confucianism - World History Encyclopedia Confucianism is a philosophy developed in 6th-century BCE China, which is considered by some a secular-humanist belief system, by some a religion, and by others a social code
Confucianism - Asia Society Confucianism is often characterized as a system of social and ethical philosophy rather than a religion In fact, Confucianism built on an ancient religious foundation to establish the social values, institutions, and transcendent ideals of traditional Chinese society
Confucianism: History, Core Teachings, Global Impact Confucianism is a philosophical and ethical system that emerged in ancient China during a time of social and political turmoil It was developed by the Chinese philosopher Kong Fu Zi, known in the West as Confucius, who lived from 551 BCE to 479 BCE during the Chou (Zhou) Dynasty
Confucianism - Contents, History, Works, and Effects Confucianism hoped to rebuild a civilized society of rituals and music based on moral cultivation Subsequently, this system of thought became deeply embedded in Chinese culture, shaping perceptions of responsibility, moderation, and notions of loyalty and filial piety
Confucius (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy) Confucius as Chinese Philosopher and Symbol of Traditional Culture Because of the wide range of texts and traditions identified with him, choices about which version of Confucius is authoritative have changed over time, reflecting particular political and social priorities
Confucianism: An Ethical and Philosophical System Confucianism is one of the most influential philosophical and ethical systems that has shaped Chinese society for over two millennia At its core, Confucianism is not merely a religion but a way of life that emphasizes morality, social harmony, and the proper ordering of society
Confucius - Wikipedia Confucius (孔子; pinyin: Kǒngzǐ; lit 'Master Kong'; c 551 – c 479 BCE), born Kong Qiu (孔丘), was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages Much of the shared cultural heritage of the Sinosphere originates in the philosophy and teachings of Confucius [1] His philosophical teachings, called Confucianism