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Confucius

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Confucius, born Kong Qiu and living from about 551 to about 479 BCE, was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages. His philosophical teachings, called Confucianism, emphasized personal and governmental morality, harmonious social relationships, righteousness, kindness, sincerity, and a ruler's responsibilities to lead by virtue. He considered himself a transmitter for the values of earlier periods, advocated filial piety, and championed the Silver Rule. Under Emperor Wu of Han his ideas received official sanction, with affiliated works becoming mandatory readings for career paths leading to officialdom.

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1. Wikipedia: Confucius
  • Introduction
    Confucius (c. 551, c. 479 BCE)
  • In Approach: Humanism, Teachings
    This remark was considered a strong manifestation of Confucius' advocacy in humanism.
  • In Group: Classical and Enlightenment Philosophers, Lead
    Confucius (c. 551, c. 479 BCE), born Kong Qiu, was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages.
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Nordic Journal of Comparative and International Education: Cai Yuanpei's Vision of Aesthetic Education and His Legacy in Modern China
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However, the Confucian roots of his aesthetic education seldom draw scholarly
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Confucianism - Wikipedia
Theories and Approaches Developed: Confucian Pedagogy, Lead
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Founded by Confucius in the Hundred Schools of Thought era (c. 500 BCE), Confucianism integrates philosophy, ethics, and social governance, with a core focus on virtue, social harmony, and familial responsibility.
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