Confucianism

Confucianism is a Chinese ethical and philosophical system developed from the teachiangs of the Chinese philosopher Confucius(Eng), Kung tzu(Chinese),Koshi(Japanese) and Gong-ja (Korean).



Facts
Date founded: 6th-5th cent. BC
Place founded: China
Founder: Confucius (551-479 BC)

Confucianism can be summed up by these words:


Between parent and child, there must be closeness.



Between ruler and subject, there must be justice.



Between husband and wife, there must be distinction.



Between old and young, there must be order.



Between friends, there must be trust.








The main principle of Confucianism is Social Harmony, characterized by a highly optimistic view of human nature. The strive for righteousness, honesty which breeds trust, benevolence, loyalty towards the state and prioritizing one's own family over himself- utmost love for one's family. Confucius believed that all human beings no matter their personality, can be improved. Thus, Confucius incites its followers to continuously attain 'Knowlege' and behave 'gentlemanly' in order to strive to become 'Perfect'.
Confucianism compels you to become perfect although you cannot, it teaches that you should always gain knowledge and try your very best to become the perfect man.Although you'll never become perfect, you'll be superior than the majority of the populace in the world



Confucianism is not a religion, although some have categorized it as one. It is primarily a code of ethics and morals which is added to an individual during their life time.