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Confucianism
[ kuhn-fyoo-shuh-niz-uhm ]
noun
- the system of ethics, education, and statesmanship taught by Confucius and his disciples, stressing love for humanity, ancestor worship, reverence for parents, and harmony in thought and conduct.
Confucianism
/ kənˈfjuːʃəˌnɪzəm /
noun
- the ethical system of Confucius, emphasizing moral order, the humanity and virtue of China's ancient rulers, and gentlemanly education
Derived Forms
- Conˈfucianist, noun
Other Words From
- Con·fu·cian·ist noun adjective
- an·ti-Con·fu·cian·ism noun
- pro-Con·fu·cian·ism noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of Confucianism1
Example Sentences
Indonesia has six officially recognised religions -- Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Confucianism.
That novel, considered one of the greats of Chinese literature, draws heavily from Chinese mythology as well as Confucianism, Taoist and Buddhist folklore.
Preserving the body is considered an important aspect of filial piety within the context of Confucianism, and that precept encourages long hair, forbids suicide and is interpreted as prohibiting tattoos.
Confucianism – a philosophy of harmony, sincerity and righteous behavior – is considered by many to be the pinnacle of Chinese thought and a guiding force for policymakers.
For for example, religion — Christianity in particular but Muslim religion, Jewish religion; I don’t know a lot about Confucianism or Buddhism, I know a little — in one way or another they’re grounded in story.
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