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Originally Confucianism could have been described as an ethical and philosophical system developed from the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Confucius who lived around 551-479 BCE. Later developments took confucianism into metaphysical and cosmological areas of understanding.

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Where did Confucianism begin?

Confucianism begin in China. This happen in 551 through 479 B.C.


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Confucianism was developed by Chinese philosopher Confucius in China during the Spring and Autumn period, specifically in the Eastern Zhou of the Zhou Dynasty.


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What are the sects of Cofucianism?

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What percentage of Japanese people follow Confucianism?

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With whom did Confucianism begin?

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What do Confucianism and Confucianism have in common?

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Does Confucianism have prophets?

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What are some common questions about Confucianism?

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