Confucius

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Confucius born?c. 551 BCE
2. Where was Confucius born?Qufu, in the state of Lu (modern Shandong province), China
3. What is Confucius known for?Founding Confucianism, a comprehensive ethical, social, and political philosophy
4. What is the key philosophical concepts?Ren (benevolence), Li (propriety), Xiao (filial piety), Junzi (superior person)
5. What is the major work (compiled)?The Analects (Lun Yu)
6. Who was Confucius?Confucius was a wise teacher born around 551 BCE in China, known for his ideas about kindness, fairness, and good leadership.

Sage: An individual possessing profound wisdom, insight, and moral authority, often revered as a spiritual or intellectual guide.
Filial Piety (Xiao): A core Confucian virtue emphasizing profound respect, obedience, and care for one's parents and ancestors.
Junzi: The 'superior person' or 'gentleman' in Confucianism, an ideal individual who embodies moral virtue and cultivates personal excellence.
Analects: A collection of sayings and ideas attributed to Confucius and his contemporaries, compiled by his disciples.