HST 197 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Filial Piety, Analects, Shang Yang
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Confucius: first chinese thinker who addressed social and political issues. He arose from an aristocratic family in northern china. Refused to compromise his beliefs in the interest of political expediency. Served as an educator and a political advisor. Analects: work that influence chinese political and cultural traditions. Confucius"s thought was fundamentally moral, ethical and political in character. He didn"t deal with question in religion or philosophical questions. He believed that the best way to promote good government was to fill official positions with individuals who were well educated and extraordinary conscientious. Confucius and his disciples studied works of poetry and history produced during the. Ren: attitude of kindness and benevolence or a sense of humanity. Individuals possessing ren were courteous, respectful, diligent and loyal. Called for individuals to behave in conventionally appropriate fashion. Reflected the high significance of family in chinese society. Travelled all over china consulting with rulers and offering advice on political issues.
