Confucianism: Religion or Philosophy?

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What is the primary focus of Confucianism according to those who argue that it is a philosophy?

Emphasizing the ethical dimension of the world

According to advocates of Confucianism as a philosophy, what did Kung Fuzi (Confucius) emphasize?

Practical and ethical wisdom

Why is Confucianism considered a religion by some people?

Because its ideals were inspirational in the sense of aiming for excellence in relationships

What did Confucius emphasize should be emphasized in everyday relationships?

Focus on relationships

What did Confucius stress the importance of, which would lead back to the ideal society of their ancestors?

Rituals

What is the primary focus of Confucianism according to those who argue that it is a philosophy?

Emphasizing the ethical dimension of the world

Why do advocates of Confucianism as a philosophy argue that Kung Fuzi (Confucius) is a humanist?

Because he focused on practical and ethical wisdom

What term is more felicitously rendered as the 'School of the Learned' in Chinese culture?

Ru jia

According to advocates of Confucianism as a religion, what were the inspirational ideals of Confucianism focused on?

Excellence in one's relationships with others

Why is Confucianism considered a religion by some people?

Because its ideals were inspirational in the sense of aiming for excellence in relationships with others

What is the primary focus of Confucianism according to those who argue that it is a philosophy?

Advocating social values and ideals

According to advocates of Confucianism as a religion, what were the inspirational ideals of Confucianism focused on?

Aiming for excellence in relationships with others

What term is more felicitously rendered as the 'School of the Learned' in Chinese culture?

Ru jia

What did Confucius stress the importance of, which would lead back to the ideal society of their ancestors?

Relationships and rituals

According to advocates of Confucianism as a philosophy, what did Kung Fuzi (Confucius) emphasize?

Practical and ethical wisdom

Test your knowledge about the perspectives on whether Confucianism should be categorized as a religion or a philosophy. Explore the ethical principles and social values advocated by Confucianism's followers.

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