WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Confucius lived from 551 to 479 BCE, but his teachings and philosophy influence Chinese thought and action to this day. The primary idea behind Confucianism is governance by education, persuasion and moral example.

Detailed explanation-2: -In Confucius’ mind, people including leaders and managers must have an obligation to cultivate themselves morally, to demonstrate filial piety and loyalty, and to act with loving-kindness, caring and human heartedness towards their fellow people.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Proper Way “Li”, the “proper way” or “propriety”, includes a set of rules for interaction with others and the role system. Control of emotions, restraint, obedience to authority, conforming and “face” are highly valued and important.

Detailed explanation-4: -Confucianism also became a big part of the educational system. So much so that officials had to master Confucian principles in order to pass the civil service exams for government employment. Because of this, Confucian ideas influenced Chinese government for centuries.