The Analects‚ or Lunyu (simplified Chinese: 论语; traditional Chinese: 論語; pinyin: Lún Yǔ; literally "Selected Sayings")‚ also known as the Analects of Confucius‚ is the collection of sayings and ideas attributed to the Chinese philosopher Confucius and his contemporaries‚ traditionally believed to have been written by Confucius’ followers. It is believed to have been written during the Warring States period (475 BC–221 BC)‚ and it achieved its final form during the mid-Han dynasty (206 BC–220 AD)
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function. As a system of philosophy‚ its earliest principles were initiated by Confucius (551-479 B.C.) and further developed by Mencius (371-289 B.C.). It focuses on "the correct way of human existence‚ which presupposes an understanding of human nature‚ and seeks the blissful state of human perfection‚ that is‚ the union of Heaven and man." Confucian ethical teachings include the following values: Li: includes ritual‚ propriety‚ etiquette Hsiao: love within the family: love of parents for their children
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Wing of Confucianism: Mencius”‚ Fung explains the theories that Mencius developed and how it could be beneficial to a society. Mencius believed that all humans are born good and that they are also born with the “four beginnings” which are wisdom‚ propriety‚ righteousness‚ and human heartedness instilled in them. Fung compares Mencius to other philosophers of the time to allocate the differences between their theories. His comparisons were biased in the way that he always thought of Mencius’ theories
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Useful date thinking 7th century: Assyrian Empire in power 6th century: Assyrian fall and Persian rise confucius‚ laozi (daoism) zoroasterism 5th century: Persia warring with Greece and greek golden age. beginning of warring states period in China. pericles‚ aristotle‚ plato. 4th century: Shang yang Qin State Esarhaddon 681 – 669 BC. was a king of NeoAssyria who reigned 681 – 669 BC.Took Memphis in 671 BC and declared himself pharaoh. Ashurbanipal 668 BC – c. 627 BC Was the last of the strong kings of the Neo Assyrian Empire
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Person An ideal person through the eyes of Confucius would follow the rules of Heaven and obey Heavens will. Thus by adhering to the rules of Heaven that person would be morally attuned. Confucius believed that ‘aristocracy of merit’ was more valuable than ‘aristocracy of money’‚ and thus he believed that only the most qualified candidates should get a job‚ especially in civil service. This is one of the reasons that led him to value education. Confucius also thought that education was important because
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that man is naturally selfish‚ and that unless there are rules and principles put in place to guide men away from his natural inclinations‚ society would disintegrate into chaos and violence. Mencius‚ another Chinese scholar and fellow student of Confucius‚ believed the opposite. He thought that human nature is ultimately good and that people learn to be evil from various influences and experiences in their life. After reading both essays‚ it was extremely difficult for me to decide which author
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Exam 2 Confucianism is a philosophical system that was developed by Confucius. It mainly focuses on humanism i.e. treating others well. This can be described by Confucian idea “Ren” which means showing humanity by acting appropriately and “benevolently toward others” (lecture‚ Oct 2). It basically means to love others. Confucius defines an ideal person as the one who knows how to act nicely in all situations (Analects‚ 165). “The master said‚ A young man should be a good son at home and an obedient
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Originally published as La semiologie (Paris: PUF‚ 1968). Hegstrom‚ Timothy. 1979. “Message Impact: What Percentage Is Nonverbal?” Western Journal of Speech Communication 43: 134-142. Legge‚ James‚ trans. 1885. Book of Ritual (Li Chi): A Collection of Treatises on the Rules of Propriety of Ceremonial Usages Parret‚ Herman. 1995. “Gamseongjeok sotong: gihohak-gwa mihak-ui mannam” (Communication of Sense: Encounter of Semiotics and Aesthetics)‚ ruptures (Liège: P. Mardaga‚ 1991). Plessner‚ Helmuth. 1970
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Junzi can be thought of as a gentlemen of old England like Mr. Darcy and Mr. Knightly. Junzi was a constant behavior of “humanity‚ integrity‚ righteousness‚ altruism‚ loyalty‚ and an outward demeanor and propriety to match.” (p. 38) In the Analects‚ a collection of Confucius’ sayings‚ Confucius said‚ “Just desire the good yourself and the common people will be good.” While Buddhists believe in samara‚ a continuous cycle of reincarnation‚ Confucians trust in a single birth and death. The goal
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Confucianism‚ a philosophy ascribed to a teacher whom history identifies as Confucius. Born in 552 B.C.E‚ Young Kong Qui‚ as he was named‚ became an authority on court rituals and statecraft and rose to high office in his native state of Lu in Northeastern China. In 497 B.C.E he resigned from his position when proper rituals were not performed during a state sacrifice to Heaven. After his resignation Confucius traveled to small states‚ where he attempted without success to employ his philosophy
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