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Explore the life, teachings, and beliefs of Confucius, the influential philosopher who focused on improving individuals and society through ethical principles. Learn about his key sayings, holy books, and the practice of Confucianism today.
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Confucianism Ahmed Jackson. Azende Smith, and Casey Piparo
Early Life • Not known if fact or fiction • Born 551 B.C • Married Qi Guan • Son Kong Li • Studied with Lao Dan and Chang Hong
Mid-Life • Petty Jobs • Gathered Disciples • Political Matters • 6 Arts
Death • Sadness after loss of son • Didn’t think teachings mattered • 71 or 72 at death
Where it’s practiced • Confucianism today is practiced… • First spread through…
Beliefs Or Gods • There is no God of Confucianism • Not a God Philosopher • Focused on bettering individuals and society
Holy Books • There are 4 holy books in Confuscianism • Kitab al-kafi • Man la yahduruhu al-faqih • Tahdhib al-ahkam • Al-istibsar
Teachings/Sayings • Confucius Sayings: • “Be not ashamed of mistakes and thus make them crimes” • “Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves” • “When anger rises, think of the consequences” • “Respect yourself and others will respect you”