Confucianism Overview and Key Beliefs

Confucianism emphasizes the importance of personal ethics and morality.

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

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

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

Confucianism began to spread significantly during Confucius's lifetime.

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.

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.