Confucianism Overview and Key Beliefs
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Confucianism Overview and Key Beliefs

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Confucianism emphasizes the importance of personal ethics and morality.

True

Filial Piety in Confucian teachings refers to the importance of denial towards one's parents.

False

The Golden Rule of Confucianism is to treat others as you would like to be treated.

False

Confucius lived during the 6th century B.C.E.

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Confucianism began to spread significantly during Confucius's lifetime.

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Study Notes

Confucianism

  • An ancient Chinese belief system
  • Founded by Confucius
  • Focuses on ethics, morality, and peaceful living
  • Emphasizes ancestor worship and human-centered values
  • Golden rule: "Do not do unto others what you would not want others to do unto you."
  • Emphasizes the "school of the scholars"

Confucius

  • Lived from 551-479 B.C.E
  • Philosopher and teacher
  • Thoughts were recorded by disciples in several books
  • An itinerant teacher, moving from place to place

Key Beliefs

  • Li: Ritual, propriety, etiquette
  • Hsiao: Love within the family, love between parents and children
  • Yi: Righteousness
  • Xin: Honesty and trustworthiness
  • Jen: Benevolence and humaneness towards others, the highest Confucian virtue
  • Chung: Loyalty to the state

Filial Piety

  • The most important Confucian value
  • Respect for parents
  • Respect for parents leads to a harmonious society
  • Confucianism didn't gain widespread popularity until after Confucius's death.
  • Confucius did not experience wealth or fame during his lifetime.

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Explore the ancient Chinese belief system of Confucianism founded by Confucius. This quiz covers key concepts such as ethical values, ancestor worship, and the importance of familial respect known as filial piety. Delve into the foundational ideas that emphasize a peaceful and harmonious society.

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