Confucius

Eastern Philosophy

Confucius, born Kong Qiu, was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period. His teachings, known as Confucianism, emphasized personal and governmental morality, harmonious social relationships, righteousness, kindness, sincerity and virtuous leadership. He advocated filial piety, family loyalty, ancestor veneration and respect for elders. His teachings were compiled in the Analects after his death, and later received official sanction under Emperor Wu of Han.

Born as: Kong Qiu
Teachings: Confucianism
Compiled teachings: Analects

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Article: Confucius (English Wikipedia)
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Illustration: By Anonymous Chinese painter of the Western Han period. Public domain · File page on Wikimedia Commons
Anonymous Chinese painter of the Western Han period, Du Guodong (17 October 2007). "Frescos found in a tomb in Shandong Province." Xinhua News, citing the Shanghai Daily. Accessed 10 October 2016. For further information, see China.org.cn (17 October 2007). "2,000-year-old tomb frescos discovered." Accessed 10 October 2016.
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