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WR--Confucianism
DSST World Religions
Question | Answer |
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Analects | the collection of the teachings of Confucius |
Chun-Tzu | a ruler who possesses Te becomes this superior or ideal man |
Confucianism | more a way of life, theory of government and code of ethics rather than a religion |
Confucius | born around 551 BC in China, he believed that kindness towards others (Jen) and respect |
Feudal system | at the time of Confucius’ birth, China was organized and governed by this system |
Filial piety | deep respect of elders and ancestors, almost ancestor worship or veneration |
Five Key Relationships | ruler to subject, father to son, husband to wife, elder to younger, friend to friend |
Han Dynasty | during this Dynasty, Confucianism became China’s state religion |
Hsun Tzu | this follower of Confucianism believed that man is by nature selfish and needed rituals and laws |
I Ching | this elaborate system of divination using sticks or coins are a regular part of Chinese life |
Jen | the central Confucian virtue, benevolence or humanity, inward goodness |
Li | outward expression of proper conduct, rules and etiquette |
Mandate of Heaven | Mencius’ political theory that rulers are chosen by heaven and must be benevolent |
Mencius | this promoter of Confucianism spread the teachings throughout China; he believed man is naturally good |
New-Confucianism | Chu Hsi and Wang Yangming combined Confucian thought with elements of Buddhism and Taoism |
Son of Heaven | the name for the Emperor who is in control of the affairs of state |
Te | moral power or virtues especially for rulers |
Yang | in Chinese philosophy, the bright assertive male energy in the universe |
Yin | in Chinese philosophy, the dark receptive female energy in the universe |