Category: Confucianism

The Influence of Confucianism on Chinese Parenting Table of Contents Introduction Boosting Student Performance Determining Family Structure Deteriorating Mental Health Conclusion References Introduction Confucianism and its practices have left their mark on the history of many Eastern countries, especially China, and can be seen in the attitude toward academic success that is commonly inculcated in…

Servant Leadership: Chinese Culture and Confucianism Servant leadership gained momentum several decades ago and has become quite a common approach to managing organizations on a global scale. An increasing number of people utilize this type of leadership style irrespective of the cultural background or the contexts they operate in. However, it is also necessary to…

Chinese Confucianism: Piety, Loyalty, Behavior Table of Contents Introduction Confucianism is a social system Confucian principles Chinese culture Conclusion Introduction In Chinese society, Confucianism and governance are intertwined such that the two are dependent on each other. We cannot discuss governance without involving some principles that are associated with the Confucian system in China. While…

The Concept Of Neo-Confucianism Confucianism seems to have been one of the major thoughts and ideas for 2000 years in conventional Chinese culture, and has been leaving a great effect on Chinese culture, economy, politics, and social psychology. However, with communist took over in 1949, Marxism ideology has replaced neo-Confucianism in China. With the influx…

History Of Confucianism And Its Comparative Analysis With Other Eastern Thoughts The History Confucianism is a philosophy that was developed by the social philosopher Master Kong (Confucius) in the year 551 – BC, whose teachings have deeply impacted East Asia. In fact, the fundamental principles of Confucianism began before the birth of the Zhou Dynasty.…

The Philosophical Concept Of Free Will In Confucianism Free will, responsibility, and choice, are noted to be some of the few important concepts that Confucianism seem to lack as Herbett Fingarette claims. Although, Kyung-sig Hwang argues that these same concepts are actually present in Confucianism through soft determinism or compatibilism. It may not necessarily be…

How Confucianism Affected China Confucianism affected China by showing social qualities and otherworldly ideas, and by setting up organizations, such as, houses of worship, schools and state structures. Confucianism, in the most essential sense, orders as a religion. In any case, philosophers think about Confucianism as a common religion, as its lessons and ideas address…

The Definition Of Confucianism And Its Principles Confucianism is an ancient philosophy about kindness and respect which is based on the teachings of Kung Fuzi He is also known as Confucius. Confucianism is not religion, but philosophy about how to live life, therefore, Confucius was also not God or supreme being with extra power. He…

Japanese Garden Design: Zen Buddhism And Confucianism The design of Japanese garden establishes an independent school for itself. The gardening strategies are inherited from China, and gradually develop their own characteristics under the Japanese cultural connotation. Among all genres of Japanese garden design, the most representative one is Karesansui garden, or shall we call it…

Taoism And Confucianism As Oldest Asian Philosophies Some of the oldest philosophical ideas can be traced back to Asia, thousands of years ago. Lifestyle and how you are supposed to fit in society are key parts to these philosophies. Asia is home to one of the largest and oldest cultures on Earth, so there is…