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Confucianism is described as all of the following EXCEPT
Confucianism is described as all of the following EXCEPT
- A tradition
- A political ideology (correct)
- A religion
- A philosophy
Who is considered the founder of Confucianism?
Who is considered the founder of Confucianism?
- Emperor Han
- Laozi
- Qin Shi Huang
- Confucius (correct)
Which dynasty saw Confucianism become the official ideology?
Which dynasty saw Confucianism become the official ideology?
- Shang dynasty
- Xia dynasty
- Qin dynasty
- Han dynasty (correct)
During which dynasty was Confucianism suppressed?
During which dynasty was Confucianism suppressed?
What are the Five Classics in Confucianism?
What are the Five Classics in Confucianism?
Which of the following is NOT a description of Confucianism?
Which of the following is NOT a description of Confucianism?
What is the period during which Confucianism was suppressed?
What is the period during which Confucianism was suppressed?
Which of the following dynasties saw Confucianism become the official ideology?
Which of the following dynasties saw Confucianism become the official ideology?
Who is considered a transmitter of cultural values in Confucianism?
Who is considered a transmitter of cultural values in Confucianism?
Which philosophical school did Confucianism edge out as the official ideology during the Han dynasty?
Which philosophical school did Confucianism edge out as the official ideology during the Han dynasty?
Which of the following is NOT a way in which Confucianism is described?
Which of the following is NOT a way in which Confucianism is described?
During which dynasty did Confucianism develop from the teachings of Confucius?
During which dynasty did Confucianism develop from the teachings of Confucius?
Which school of thought did Confucianism edge out as the official ideology during the Han dynasty?
Which school of thought did Confucianism edge out as the official ideology during the Han dynasty?
Which of the following dynasties saw Confucianism being suppressed?
Which of the following dynasties saw Confucianism being suppressed?
Which texts does Confucianism regard as examples that should be followed to increase harmony?
Which texts does Confucianism regard as examples that should be followed to increase harmony?
Study Notes
Founding and Development
- Confucius is considered the founder of Confucianism.
- Confucianism developed from the teachings of Confucius during the Han dynasty.
Official Ideology
- Confucianism became the official ideology during the Han dynasty.
- It edged out the Legalist school of thought as the official ideology during the Han dynasty.
Suppression
- Confucianism was suppressed during the Qin dynasty.
- The period during which Confucianism was suppressed is the Qin dynasty.
Key Texts
- The Five Classics are key texts in Confucianism.
- Confucianism regards the Analects, the Mencius, and other texts as examples that should be followed to increase harmony.
Cultural Values
- Confucius is considered a transmitter of cultural values in Confucianism.
Descriptions
- Confucianism is NOT described as a theocratic system.
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Test your knowledge of Confucianism with this quiz! Explore the teachings and principles of the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius, and discover the influence of Confucianism on culture, society, and governance. Put your understanding to the test and see how much you know about this influential system of thought and way of life.
