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Which idea is an important part of Confucianism?
A
Individuals should place their own goals over the needs of society.
B
Each individual must follow a code of behavior in order to make society better.
C
All members of society are equal and have the same social status.
D
Salvation comes through daily prayer, meditation, and acts of kindness.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The main idea of Confucianism is the importance of having a good moral character, which can then affect the world around that person through the idea of “cosmic harmony.” If the emperor has moral perfection, his rule will be peaceful and benevolent.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Confucian code of conduct stressed virtues (good actions), or li, such as respect, loyalty, honesty, hard work, politeness, and generosity.

Detailed explanation-3: -The three key concepts of Confucianism include: humanity, duty, ritual. The Confucian worldview includes many ideas and principles but these offer a starting point.

Detailed explanation-4: -Confucius believed that to restore order, societies had to encourage certain virtues, such as loyalty, trustworthiness, and respecting your elders. He believed people were capable of attaining these and other virtues through education. By learning history, literature, and philosophy, people could gain insights.

Detailed explanation-5: -There are five principles around which Confucianism revolves-Jen, Li, Xin, Chung, Yi. The concept of Jen is based on human nature and benevolence. Li is a principle of respect and propriety.

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