Confucius

(proper noun)

Western name of Kong Qiu (ε­”), an influential Chinese philosopher who lived 551 – 479 BCE.

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Examples of Confucius in the following topics:

  • Chinese Philosophy

    • Confucius, who lived during the 6th century BCE, was one of the foremost Chinese philosophers.
    • Confucius stressed tradition and believed that an individual should strive to be virtuous and respectful and to fit into his or her place in society.
    • The ethical and moral teachings of Confucius were written down by his students in this document.

  • Painting during the Tang Dynasty

    • Wu's works include God Sending a Son and The Teaching Confucius, and he created a new technique of drawing known as "Drawing of Water Shield."

  • Introduction

    • Involve me, and I will understand" (Confucius circa 450 BC).

  • Art of the Middle Kingdom

    • Many early tomb paintings were meant to protect the dead or help their souls get to paradise; others illustrated the teachings of Confucius or showed scenes of daily life.

  • Philosophy and Art of the Han Dynasty

    • Unlike the original ideology espoused by Confucius, Han Confucianism in Emperor Wu's reign was the creation of Dong Zhongshu (179–104 BCE).

  • Theory

  • The Song Dynasty

    • A well known Neo-Confucian motif includes paintings of Confucius, Buddha, and Lao Tzu all drinking out of the same vinegar jar, paintings associated with the slogan "The three teachings are one!"

  • Religion Under the Tang Dynasty

    • Buddhism, originating in India around the time of Confucius, continued its influence during the Tang period and was accepted by some members of imperial family, becoming thoroughly sinicized and a permanent part of Chinese traditional culture.

  • Morality, Justice and a Stable Society

    • Confucius once was asked, β€˜Is there one word which may serve as a rule of practice for all of one's life?

  • Learning Theories Related to Adult Learning

    • "Tell me, and I will forget.Show me, and I may remember.Involve me, and I will understand. " Confucius, circa 450 BC