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This paper explores the evolution and importance of the Confucian value known as "jen." First, the author defines this term, and how its meaning has changed over the centuries. Then concrete examples from diverse historic events are used to illustrate this concept. The author concludes with an example of how one behaves using the character trait of "jen" in today's society.

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"And moreover, Ssu-ma Niu inquired about Goodness; and the Master explained that the jen (the Good) man is "chary of speech" (chary also embraces the concept of jen), but Ssu-ma Niu wasn't doing well at understanding that reference. So the Master, and all readers of Confucian thought now know what the Master means, right? Not completely. The Master is somewhat mysterious about the meaning, and he is not trying to be rude by his evasiveness, and yet he uses humor. "Seeing that the doing of it is so difficult, how can one be otherwise than chary of talking about it." He is making a pun by saying the Good man is chary of speech and secondly, he is simply implying that his mysterious response is due to the fact that Ssu-ma Niu is not yet qualified to learn the true meaning; it will not be revealed at this time."

Tags:Confucius, Jen, values, Chinese, philosophy, Eastern, religion

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This paper explains that at the center of the Asian values debate is the contention by its proponents that the cultural and social fabric of many of East Asia's and Southeast Asia's societies are radically different than many of those found in the West and therefore cannot support the Western values and ideologies founded upon liberal democracy and human rights. The paper then points out that the alternative Asian paradigm envisions a benign but autocratic type of government, which makes decisions based on the collective good as a way to promote social harmony, such as Communist China. The paper then describes Asian values and how they apply to issues of freedom and power.

Table of Contents:
Overview
What are Asian Values?
The Politicization of Values
Political Freedom or Power

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"The inverse argument to the Asian values debate is that while many might concede that there is a legitimate rationale to this viewpoint, it in no way substantiates the claim that liberal democracy's ideals are somehow invalid. Mahbubanin tends to argue that Asian values are not only a sound alternative but a legitimate moral philosophy that in certain respects is less strident that liberal democracy and even more rational in some cases when he observes that the free press in most liberal democracies is in fact not such a free press after all"

Tags:confucianism group, moral philosophy, family loyalty, china

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Confucianism, the dominant worldview in Imperial China, placed tremendous value on social order and hierarchical relationships. It envisaged an order society with the Emperor at the top and his authority expressed through a Confucian bureaucracy administering Confucian laws. The realities of daily life contradicted this model. Periodic rebellions, banditry, human avarice and a host of other factors undermined the Confucian ideals. This paper examines a variety of primary sources to identify countercurrents to the dominant Confucian ideology in Imperial China.

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This paper analyzes filial piety,which has been one of the most important factors in defining Chinese culture and relationships, throughout Chinese history. The paper discusses the importance of this concept, the way that it is passed down between generations, and its influence on society. The writer claims that study of this concept and its applications allows for a greater understanding of Chinese culture and philosophy.

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"In Chinese popular folklore, there are numerous examples of ordinary citizens who have made great sacrifices in order to bring aid to their parents. Children are taught the story of the young boy who allowed mosquitoes to feast on his blood at night so that they would not disrupt his parents' sleep, or the story of the child who ran for over a hundred miles with loads of rice and provisions on his back to bring to his ailing parents. (Brians 172-174) Confucian philosophy holds these concepts of deference and obedience to one's parents in the highest regard. In fact, one popular Confucian proverb goes: "Of the hundred excellent things, filial piety is first." (Qt. in Jordan, pg. 267) This concept of filial piety has had much to do with the way in which the Chinese have traditionally followed their leaders with unquestioning obedience. From the day of Confucius up through modern Chinese times, filial piety has been one of the most important factors in defining Chinese culture and relationships. "

Tags:analects, confucius, filiality, foundations, harmony, obedience, remonstrance, taoism, values, virtue

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The Confucian society of ancient China was filled with specific norms and values. Conforming or not conforming to these specific values could cause negative or positive impacts in many individuals' lives. This paper discusses how the characters Pao-yu, Precious Virtue, Black Jade, Phoenix and Chia Lien from "Dream of the Red Chamber" by Hsueh Tsao Chin; Shen Fu and his wife Yun from "The Six Records of a Floating Life" by Shen Fu and Women Wang from "The Death of Women Wang" by Jonathan Spence do or do not conform to Confucian society and the affect that this conformity has on their lives.

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"Black Jade (Lin Ku-niang) another character from Dream of the Red Chamber is the woman Pao-yu is deeply in love with, like her lover she also has a rebellious nature. Black Jade is a very emotional, sensitive and dramatic girl who fails to conform to society because she was not an individual who showed filial piety, which was significant in a Confucian society. Black Jade loved Pao-yu and believed strongly that they were soul mates and destined to be married. The superiors in the Chia household especially the Matriarch, found Black Jade to have an arrogant and willful nature, they were not impressed by her unbridled behavior and found her speech to be most offending especially since it resulted as filial impiety. "

Tags:black, chamber, chia, fu, jade, lien, life, mei, pao, phoenix, red, shen, six, society, virtue, wang, yu, yuan, yun

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This paper discusses that, unlike Western sports, Chinese sports and martial art are developed based on religious beliefs; in China, sports are based on two native religions, Taoism and Confucianism. The author reviews Susan Brownell's "Training the Body for China" in which she shares her studies of Chinese Olympic sports and martial arts. For example, the author point out that, in sport, Chinese culture employs self-disciplinary actions to deal with misbehavior to sustain order, a value of Confucianism.

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"One of the beliefs Confucianism values is the importance of family; this notion is also the linkage between Confucianism and the practices Chinese sports. One of ethical lessons Confucianism teaches is Hsiao, which signifies love within family; this notion is also apparent in Chinese sports. According to Brownell, there has been a phenomenon of developing family-funded sports clubs and village-based associations among Chinese. Having family-funded sport clubs consisting family members as players clearly indicates how Confucianism value has become a part of Chinese life and sports."

Tags:martial, art, religious, beliefs, training, nature, ritual, performances, discipline, family, yin, yang, cosmology, universe

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This paper aims to explicate how some verses from "The Analects" or the "Lun Yu" can be a functional basis towards the betterment of a certain society. The paper focuses on one of the most popular verses in "The Analects" wherein Confucius compared a virtuous ruler to the North Star. The paper also emphasizes the thoughts of Confucius which are elemental to the development of oneself.

Outline:
Introduction
The North Star
The Ideal Society
Conclusion

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"Everyone is familiar with the Chinese philosopher, Confucius. One of his most famous quotations is the golden rule which clearly insinuates the relationship of an act and its consequence. But what can his teachings say in regards to politics and governance? What can he say to our leaders and citizens? How does he define an ideal ruler and government?
"Like most famous philosophers, Confucius also made use of his knowledge by educating students. "He wandered through many states of China, giving advice to their rulers. He accumulated a small band of students during this time. The last years of his life were spent back in Lu, where he devoted himself to teaching." (B.A. Robinson, 2004) Therefore, it is justifiable that Confucius' teachings are competent enough to contribute to an ideal government. Based from his book The Analects or Lun Yu, Confucius reiterates the importance of possessing moral values in cultivating oneself and one's society."

Tags:ruler, values, North, Star, The, Analects, Lun, Yu

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The Eastern religious traditions of Confucianism and Buddhism are structured around the experiences of the key figures of religious authority in these traditions, Confucius and Siddhartha Gautama. In comparing and contrasting these two traditions, it is evident that Confucian and Buddhist communities filled the gap left by their "founders" in a variety of ways, primarily by retaining the basic teachings and principles of their founders while modifying them at times in accordance with prevailing religious, social, and ethical values in their respective societies.

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The Development of Buddhism and Confucianism The Eastern religious traditions of Confucianism and Buddhism are structured around the experiences of the key figures of religious authority in these traditions, Confucius and Siddhartha Gautama. In comparing and contrasting these two traditions, it is evident that Confucian and Buddhist communities filled the gap left by their "founders" in a variety of ways, primarily by retaining the basic teachings and principles of their founders while interpreting them at times in

Tags:buddhism, and, confucianism

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This paper responds to two fixed questions, the first on Confucianism and Daoism explaining their fundamental differences; the second on signs of Confucianism in Canada, stressing the tradition's appeal to diverse Canadians. The paper comments on Confucianism in relation to Canadian values, the Protestant work ethic and conservative social philosophy. The paper also notes Confucianism's imprint across Chinese civilization.

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"Confucianism and Daoism share origins in ancient China five centuries before the arrival of Buddhism from India, sharing a general focus on chiao or teachings. Confucianism is central to Chinese civilization and societies influenced by it as in Korea and Vietnam. For almost 2000 years the Confucian canon were the texts of Chinese education as stressed ideas of proper forms, authority and relationship so that social cohesion improves through decent actions and attitudes taken up by diverse members of society. Confucius, the Latinized name for the figure known as Kung..."

Tags:confucianism, daoism, canada

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This paper discusses the events that led to the spread of Confucianism throughout China in 770 BC. The author states that Confucianism is not a religion but rather its values incorporates into the society a way of life.