FounderThere is no founder. No god but it was Confucius' ideology or philosophy than inspired Confucianism.
Important textThe Analects which was one of Confucius books.
Mencius- His book is about political philosophy. Major HolidaysConfucius' birthday on September 28
Chinese new year and other Chinese holidays |
OriginsConfucius traveled from place to place observing different religions and his teachings were translated though he was not famous during his life. It is a philosophy of respect and kindness.
Supreme BeingThere is no God or Supreme Being
Key Beliefs 1.It had Taoism
2. It was a stripped down version of Chinese beliefs. 3.Self improvement and learning from ancestors was the way of getting into heaven. Important PeopleConfucius- He is the originator of this philosophy, not the founder but his beliefs proceeded to his philosophy
Mencius- His teachings were adapted with the belief that a man is born good. He wrote a book in the book he talked about the system of Confucianism being based on the goodness of man and perfectibility. Important symbolsYin Yang- Symbolizes the nature of forces
Confucian symbol- l righteousness and harmony within yourself and others. |