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Who is the main deity of Confucianism?
There is no "deity" of Confucianism. This is why there is debate over if it is a religion or not. Confucianism was founded by Kong Qui (Confucius) whose teachings have been passed down from generation to generation.
Why do some people not consider Confucianism as a religion?
Confucianism is not a religion, but rather a philosophy. It deals with many things that might be considered religious, such as morality, but has no particular insights about a deity, nor is religion required to exercise morality. There does, however, exist a continuing debate whether or not Confucianism can be considered a religion. The answer depends largely on one's definition of "religion".
Which religion doesn't believe in a specific God?
Buddhism and Confucianism are two examples of religions which do not worship a specific deity. Atheism is often mistakenly included in such lists but it is not a religion.
What are the sects of Cofucianism?
Han Confucianism. Neo Confucianism. Contemporary Confucianism. Japanese Confucianism. Vietnamese Confucianism. Korean Confucianism.
Major branches of Confucianism?
The only branch of Confucianism is Neo-Confucianism. Neo-Confucianism is a form of Confucianism developed during the Song Dynasty, Combing elements of Buddhism and Daoism with traditional Confucianism.
What was neo Confucianism?
Neo Confucianism is an integration of Confucianism with some Taoism and Buddhism.
What are the most famous ancient Chinese religions?
Confucianism, Daoism and Mahayana Buddhism, though strictly speaking they are not religions in the same sense as for example Christianity, Islam or Judaism, as there is no doctrine to accept or sovereign deity to worship. Confucianism and Daoism are Chinese in origin; Buddhism came to China in several lineages" between approximately 100BC and 600AD.
What do Confucianism and Confucianism have in common?
Confucianism and Buddhism are both based on ideas or teachings
Does Confucianism have prophets?
No, Confucianism has philosophers.
What are some common questions about Confucianism?
Some common questions about Confucianism include: What are the core beliefs of Confucianism? How does Confucianism influence Chinese society and culture? What is the role of filial piety in Confucianism? How does Confucianism differ from other religions or philosophies?
What is the diffusion in Confucianism?
diffusion of Confucianism is where it difuses
What religion is older Christianity or Confucianism?
Confucianism
