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Confucius (Chinese: 孔子; pinyin: Kǒng Zǐ; Wade-Giles: K'ung-tzu, or Chinese: 孔夫子; pinyin: Kǒng Fūzǐ; Wade-Giles: K'ung-fu-tzu), literally "Master Kong",[1] (traditionally 28 September 551 BC - 479 BC)[2] was a Chinese thinker and social philosopher of the Spring and Autumn Period.
The philosophy of Confucius emphasized personal and governmental morality, correctness of social relationships, justice and sincerity. These values gained prominence in China over other doctrines, such as Legalism (法家) or Taoism (道家) during the Han Dynasty[3][4][5] (206 BC - AD 220). Confucius' thoughts have been developed into a system of philosophy known as Confucianism(儒家).
Because no texts survive that are demonstrably authored by Confucius, and the ideas most closely associated with him were elaborated in writings that accumulated over the period between his death and the foundation of the first Chinese empire in 221 BC, many scholars are very cautious about attributing specific assertions to Confucius himself. His teachings may be found in the Analects of Confucius (論語), a collection of aphorisms, which was compiled many years after his death. For nearly 2,000 years he was thought to be the editor or author of all the Five Classics (五經)[6][7] such as the Classic of Rites (禮記) (editor), and the Spring and Autumn Annals (春秋) (author).
Confucius' principles had a basis in common Chinese tradition and belief. He championed strong familial loyalty, ancestor worship, respect of elders by their children (and, according to later interpreters, of husbands by their wives), and the family as a basis for an ideal government. He expressed the well-known principle, "Do not do to others what you do not want done to yourself", one of the earlier versions of the Golden Rule.
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What was Confucius actual name?
Confucius' actual name was: Kong Fu Zi, or "Master Kong" 'Confucius' is the Western version of this name.
The Analects of Confucius show a deep concern for who or what?
The Analects of Confucius show a deep concern for his subjects by way of love. Confucius preferred this method over punishing them.
Who was known as the first teacher or master kung?
confucius
Confucius worked almost all his life as?
he was "The first teacher" most of his life.
What did Confucius believe were the keys to social order and peace?
Confucius taught that people need to be follow a set of moral ethics. These included respect for family, friends, and people in general. It was especially important for rulers to develop a sense of "Ren" or deep compassion for the people they ruled.
Who is the most respected Philosopher in Chinease history?
Confucius is. Search him up on wikipedia.com
Who was the first history teacher in a class?
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When did Confucius go to jail?
Pretty sure Confucius never went to jail. I would check your knowledge of history.
Who are the most important people in confucianisms history?
Confucius
Who is the most influential person in Chinese History?
As with any question of this sort, it's a matter of opinion. Try Mao Tse Tung, Confucius, Lao Tse.
What has the author Ernst Faber written?
Ernst Faber has written: 'A systematical digest of the doctrines of Confucius, according to the analects, great learning, and doctrine of the mean, with an introd. on the authorities upon Confucius and Confucianism' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Confucius and Confucianism 'China in the light of history' 'Chronological handbook of the history of China' -- subject(s): Chronology, History 'Introduction to the science of Chinese religion' 'Zi xi cu dong' 'Chronological handbook of the history of China' -- subject(s): Chronology, History 'A Systematical Digest of the Doctrines of Confucius' -- subject(s): Confucianism
Who was the best teacher in Chinese History?
Many people belive it was Confucius of the Qufu dynasty.
History How did Confucius become a teacher?
Confucius became a teacher because he wanted to teach the young minds the way of Confucianism.Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/How_did_Confucius_become_a_teacher#ixzz1BaF1G3Yj
How do you spell Confucius in French?
In French, Confucius is spelled "Confucius."
The most respected and influential philosopher in Chinese history stressed the need to develop moral character who was he?
Confucius
Who are some of the most famous philosophers in the history of Asia?
Confucius,lao tze-tung, Mao, Siddartha Gautama
What is one of the most most influential and respected Philosophers in Chinese history?
Confucius, Lao Tzu (Lao Zi).
