confucianism

Meanings

• Noun

  A system of ethics and political thought originating in ancient China, based on the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Confucius and his followers.

  - "Confucianism is a philosophy that emphasizes personal and governmental morality."
  - "Confucianism influenced East Asian art and literature for over a thousand years."
  - "The Confucian classics were considered the primary textual authority for the Chinese scholarly tradition."

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Variants

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Confucian , Confucianism , Confucianisms , Confucianist , Confucianists , Confucians

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Etymology

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Derived from the name of the Chinese philosopher Confucius (551-479 BCE).

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Trivia

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1. Confucianism is also known as Ruism or the Ruist tradition.

2. Confucianism spread beyond China and influenced other East Asian countries, such as Korea, Japan, and Vietnam.

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1. Confucius: The Chinese philosopher and politician who is traditionally considered the founder of Confucianism.

2. Five Classics: A collection of ancient Chinese texts that are considered the foundation of Confucian philosophy and ethics.

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Culture

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Confucianism had a profound impact on Chinese culture, shaping its values, social norms, and political institutions. It emphasized the importance of education, social harmony, and respect for authority.

How to Memorize "confucianism"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a traditional Chinese temple or a scholar studying the Confucian classics.

2. associate
   

   - Associate Confucianism with the idea of respect for authority and the importance of education.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym C-H-I-N-A to remember the five key principles of Confucianism: Ceremonial propriety, Humanity, Integrity, Knowledge, and Authenticity.

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