Student ______________________ Fall 2012 Global 9A Miss Canone The Wisdom of Confucius Confucius‚ the great philosopher of China‚ developed a moral system to guide people in the good way of life. His teachings advocated behavior that showed obedience and respect for superiors such as family members‚ ancestors‚ or leaders. Confucius believed that humans are inherently social beings. Adherence to conventions or rituals would ensure harmony. Correct behavior within the framework
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Confucius‚ the founder of Confucianism‚ was said to have lived around the same time as Lao- Tzu‚ the founder of Taoism‚ in the sixth century B.C.E. Confucianism and Taoism are two belief systems that serve as guides for the lives of their followers. Confucianism stresses love and kindness for humanity‚ the worship of ancestors‚ and encourages all followers to seek the quality of Jen‚ translated to “love‚ goodness‚ and human-heartedness”. The ultimate goal of Confucianism is to be the superior human
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Founder: Confucius * A Chinese teacher‚ editor‚ politician‚ and philosopher of the Spring and Autumn Period of Chinese history. * The philosophy of Confucius emphasized personal and governmental morality‚ correctness of social relationships‚ justice and sincerity. * Confucius is traditionally credited with having authored or edited many of the Chinese classic texts including all of the Five Classics‚ but modern scholars are cautious of attributing specific assertions to Confucius himself
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Confucius-Summary Master Kung‚ also known as Kung Fu-tzu is known to be the Confucius of the west. He is one of the most well known philosophers in Chinese history. Confucianism has evolved so much over the years that no one knows the original thoughts of the master. Master Kung established a tradition of cultural values. Confucius wanted to attain a position in government so he could influence the ruler‚ thus helping him make wiser decisions. He was appointed to a governmental position
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Confucianism Five Great Relationships The relationship which Confucianism acknowledges provides a way which people view it as a visible object. It stems from the mindset in believing that relationships are human beings. However‚ the significant that represents the rectification of names‚ tend to lend towards the relationship being of a social role which also carries with it‚ a social status. This means that Confucianism believes that each individual must have the qualities to live up certain these
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eastern and one western philosopher – Confucius and Socrates respectively and compare the two for similarities and differences. One of the greatest philosophers from the eastern school of philosophy‚ Confucius was a just and righteous man‚ who adhered to ancient Chinese customs‚ ideals and conformed to the principles pre-laid by ancient sages. Because of his fame as a man of ideals‚ his counsel was often sought upon by kings. In his advice to emperors‚ Confucius stressed on the importance of examples
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I want to end my reflection on the Taoist scriptures on this quote because I feel that it sums up this religion quite well. Sometimes it’s just best to be the better person and walk away from a situation where you find yourself unappreciated and knocked down because someone made you feel attacked. If everyone reacted
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party. Basically the wrtitings of The Analects totally disagrees with the writings of The Prince. Confucius believes people are easily improved and taught through self promotion and development‚ Machaveli however sees humanity in a much different light. Machiavelli was an innovator of realism politics and believed that people of power should conduct themselves as tyrants. Machiavelli and Confucius are from totally different time periods and different places in the world. Which could possibly be
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teachings and thoughts of ancient Chinese teacher Confucius. Confucianism originated during the Spring and Autumn period (770 to 476 BC). Confucius emphasized the morality of an individual and the government‚ the importance of how social relationships should be and how it affects social order and lastly‚ the justification and earnestness of people. Some of Confucius’ main goals and hopes centralized on China’s period of chaos and turmoil which Confucius believed could be resolved by establishing a form
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classes and different backgrounds with their own completely different sets of opinions. Everyone has their own opinion on how people should carry themselves and approach others. Throughout both Confucius and Buddha both discuss their philosophies on the “golden” way to act. All through the Analects of Confucius the author discusses his opinions on the right way to live. This is seen when he writes “‘ Approach them with dignity and they will be they will be respectful” (Fiero 168). He say this when he
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