Confucianism Confucianism is a system of thought based on the teachings of a Chinese man named Kung Fuzi. Which is latinaized as Confucius, he lived from 551 to 479 b.c.e. Confucius claimed that he was not original and neither were his teachings, but believed himself to be a “creative transmitter of wisdom from the past”. He created a moral code on based on ethics, humanity and love. Confucius philosophies emphasize the ideals of order and …showed first 75 words of 646 total…

…showed last 75 words of 646 total…believing that this was the key for living, and maintaining harmony. This way anyone would be able to correct imbalances or disharmony. This idea was used in medicine, nutrition, agriculture, art and literature, becoming part of Confucianism. Although Confucianism has evolved and changed, most of its social and governmental ideals have prevailed to remain. They have been useful, and have become the building blocks that have helped the Chinese civilization be such a stable force.