Definition of confucianism Confucianism

/kʌnfjuˈʃʌnɪˌzʌm/ - [kunfyushunizum] - Con•fu•cian•ism

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What does confucianism mean?

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confucianism - the teachings of Confucius emphasizing love for humanity; high value given to learning and to devotion to family (including ancestors); peace; justice; influenced the traditional culture of China

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confucianism (Noun)
The philosophy and teaching of Confucius.
confucianism (Noun)
The school of thought and philosophy centered on Confucian principles, originating in China, including later teachings of scholars such as :w:Zhu Zhu Xi Chu Hsi.

confucianism (n.)
The political morality taught by Confucius and his disciples, which forms the basis of the Chinese jurisprudence and education. It can hardly be called a religion, as it does not inculcate the worship of any god.

Confucianism is the philosophy based on the teachings of Confucius (511 BC - 479 BC), who was an important Chinese philosopher. Confucianism has a complex system of moral, social, political, and religious thought, and has had a large influence on the history of Chinese civilization.

Confucianism was made to stop the fall of Chinese society. After the Zhou Dynasty fell, people cared only for themselves and didn't have any respect for others. Confucianism became a social order for China, teaching that social relationships are the most important. People slowly started to believe in it, because they wanted to have peace, but they had to care for themselves too. As a result, Confucianism brought the people love, harmony, and respect for one another.

Confucianism was started in Ch'u-fu, Confucious's birthplace. Today, Confucianism is spread all the way around the world, but is still more pronounced in China.