RELIGIONS
CONFUCIANISM
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Why is Confucianism a philosophy and not a religion?
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It practices meditation.
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It believes in Nirvana
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It requires respect for elders
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It does not include ideas about God or higher powers in the universe
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Does Confucianism have a god? There is no deity worshipped in Confucianism, though the worship of ancestors and of Confucius himself as a sage master and teacher are practiced.
Detailed explanation-2: -Though closer to a philosophy than a true religion, Confucianism was a way of life for ancient Chinese people, and it continues to influence Chinese culture today. The founder of Confucianism, named Confucius, lived from 551 to 479 B.C.E.
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