Confucianism & Neo-Confucianism

What is the central idea of Confucian philosophy that involves loving others while practicing self-discipline?

What is the book that contains the sayings and teachings of Confucius?

What is the idea that Confucius believed would lead to a ruler's right to rule?

What is the name of the dynasty during which Zhu Xi lived?

What is the concept that Confucius believed should guide a person's behavior?

What did Confucius want to restore to Chinese society?

What is the name of the figure known as the most influential in Neo-Confucianism?

What is the idea that Confucius taught about how people should treat others?

What did Confucius believe was the key to achieving peace and harmony in China?

What quality did Confucius believe a leader should possess?

Confucianism

Founded by Confucius, who lived in a period of political chaos and turmoil in China from around 475 BC.
Confucius established a philosophy based on the basic order of the universe, emphasizing traditional ways to achieve peace and harmony.

Key Principles of Confucianism

Focus on morality, correctness of social relationships, justice, and sincerity.
Importance of living up to one's name, fulfilling social obligations and duties (Ren).
Emphasis on loving others while practicing self-discipline (Ren).
Filial piety, showing highest respect to one's parents and the elders of society.
The Golden Rule, treating others as one would like to be treated.

Confucius' Life and Teachings

Confucius became a teacher and traveled to spread his ideas, gaining followers who wanted to spread his teachings.
His followers collected his sayings and teachings into a book called The Analects.
Believed in the importance of a leader promoting the idea of Ren by leading with humility and compassion.

Mandate of Heaven

Confucius believed in the Mandate of Heaven, where a ruler who benefits their people and provides them with food and protection will be obeyed by their people and continue to hold the right to rule.

Neo-Confucianism

Emerged in China during the Tang Dynasty and reached its height of cultural significance during the Northern Song Dynasty.
Credited to Zhu Xi, who compiled the four most essential books in the Confucian tradition.
A revival of Confucian teachings during the Song Dynasty, incorporating elements of Buddhism and Taoism.

This quiz explores the life and teachings of Confucius, a Chinese philosopher who lived during a time of political turmoil. He established a philosophy based on traditional ways to achieve peace and harmony, and sought to restore morality and duty to Chinese society.