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Mencius, Xunzi & Confucius, 2005.
An examination of the theories of Mencius and Xunzi in relation to Confucius.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 26.95
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The paper compares ideas of Mencius and Xunzi in relation to Confucius. The paper examines how Mencius and Xunzi were Confucian in outlook but Mencius had an optimistic view of human nature in great contrast with Xunzi. Mencius was harder on those with authority, whereas Xunzi saw the Dao as important for everyone, and with people of all kinds able to radically transform themselves.
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"Mencius and Xunzi offered philosophies that show that they do belong to the same Chinese civilization and that they inherited the ideas of Confucius. (551-479 BC) However, they departed from Confucius in ways that would help to create other lines of Chinese philosophy. In all three, one sees a division between the social and the individual, but also, thought on how leadership influenced the individual, and the role of both individuals and the ruler in making a better society of better people."
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Mencius and Xunzi on Human Nature, 2008.
A discussion of the views of two influential Chinese philosophers from the third century B.C., Mencius and Xunzi, on human nature.
3,570 words (approx. 14.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 99.95
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This paper examines the views of Mencius and Xunzi, Chinese philosophers from c. 300 B.C., who belonged to the school of thought of Confucius (551-479 BC). It compares their differing approaches to human nature and relates that while Mencius saw the individual as fundamentally good, Xunzi's viewed human nature as bad and in need of care and correction. The paper addresses the influence of these two extremely influential philosophers, whose contrasting approaches continue to be seen today in Chinese civilization. The paper concludes that their thoughts on human nature are timeless and, thus, they will continue to be reviewed and discussed for many years to come.
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Introduction
Human Nature as Corruptible
Man as Weak and Bad
Implications over Time
Concluding Remarks
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"Mencius spent years moving from court to court and we presume that he had many chances to see how feudal rulers chose to lead. He was a sought after advisor to different rulers towards much thinking on what worked and what did not to restore order, for example, or prevent future troubles. He seems to have come up with something like the Social Contract that shaped Western thinking in the modern era in a model of a decent kind of leadership and attention to the needs of life and protecting citizens to which individuals could adhere. If a decent environment was not provided, then the people should be expected to overthrow those in power towards new leadership. In the view of Mencius, a ruler must show jen in humaneness, humanity and benevolence, as a very old Chinese concept indeed. (Chan Jen) There should also be the yi of righteousness and a sense of duty, if a ruler wanted to see righteousness, cooperation and industriousness amongst his subjects."
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Confucius, 2002.
A study of the influence of philosoper Confucius on the Han dynasty of China.
2,997 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 88.95
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In 403 B.C. Tsin disintegrated into 3 separate states, Han, Wei, and Chao. This disintegration marked the beginning of the Warring States period in what is now known as China. The paper examines the life of one of the great philosophers - Confucius - who rose as a result of the warring states was Confucius. This paper explores Confucius' philosophy, principles and teachings and showed how he influenced the Han dynasty.
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"It was believed that earthly events were closely related to heavenly affairs. Specifically, heavenly powers granted the right for someone to govern, and that person was called, ?the mandate of heaven.? This was given to an individual that was thought of as the son of heaven. His duty was to observe high standards of honor and justice, and to maintain harmony. If he did this, the heavenly powers would approve his work, and the dynasty would retain its mandate to govern. However, if he failed in his duties, chaos and suffering would come to his rule, and the heavenly powers would withdraw the mandate of heaven and find a different one.15 According to Confucian thought, a ruling dynasty lost the Mandate of Heaven when an emperor did not fulfill the traditional obligations of a ruler, which were to protect, to establish a stable political order and to avoid the exploitation of citizens. Also, in the concept of Confucianism, if an emperor became corrupt, lax, inept, or ruthless, this would result into loss of support from his people, and more importantly, the loss of heavenly support, which would result in the fall of the emperor or dynasty."
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Confucius and Business Management, 2005.
This paper discusses the philosophies of Confucius and Confucianism as a model for business leadership.
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper explains that the philosophies of Confucius stresses ethics, order, stability and morality; concepts to which business and management should aspire. The author points out that, during the time of Confucius' life, "a gentleman" was expected to be "balanced and should be as good an archer as a scholar"; in today's business world, this translates that an effective leader at work should be a well-rounded person, having addition avocations and talents outside of work and putting effort into his or her family and community. The paper relates that Confucius' universal virtues can help business managers overcome obstacles by using his golden rule (written well before the "golden rule" in the Bible): "What you do not want done to yourself, do not do unto others" or, if you expect your employees to treat you with respect and dignity, rather than with scorn and animosity, then do not treat them poorly.
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Introduction
Confucius as Teacher and Statesman: Establishing a Vision; Stimulating People to Gain New Competencies.
Overcoming Obstacles and Helping People to Overcome Failures
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"Confucius wrote many important works which are studied and utilized today in a number of societies - especially Asian societies. One of his more poignant and profound works is called the Analects (Lun Yu), in which his teachings - and some of his sayings as well as memorable sayings of his disciples - are to be retrieved. "The Analects is regarded as the most influential Confucian text", and though it is not a continuous story, it covers brilliantly and succinctly the areas of virtue, moral cultivation, education, music and government. "Never disobey," Confucius replied when asked about filial piety."
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The Confucius Philosophy, 2006.
A paper on Confucius, his history and his teachings.
3,974 words (approx. 15.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 107.95
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This paper on Confucius and his philosophy begins by explaining that it is difficult to know how much of what is attributed to Confucian thinking comes from the man himself, and how much comes from his disciples. The paper first explores the issue of the history of Confucius, explaining the situation in China at the time, and the lack of a cohesive biography of Confucius. Next, the paper explores the topic of the 'Analects,' a collection of sayings and short dialogues which are said to have been collected by his disciples. The paper explains how Christian missionaries used his texts to appeal to the Chinese, and how Confucius described his own relationship to the higher power.
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"The development of the history of Confucius is itself interesting. The biography of Confucius which Sse-Ma Ch'ien wrote down among the histories of individual states, was an important point of distinction, for the uncrowned king of China and this will form the foundation of all biographies of Confucius at all stages of history. There was no chronologically arranged biography of Confucius before SseMa Ch'ien wrote it. At the same time, Sse-Ma Ch'ien had his own sources to write it. The historical works from the school established by the Master himself were first considered. Apart from this were the Commentaries of K'ung Yang and Ku Liang on the spring and Autumn Annals of Confucius. Sse-Ma Ch'ien also made extensive use of the History of Tso Ch'iu. This history is divided now into the so-called Tso Chuan. This was seen by the later scholars as a commentary on the spring and Autumn Annals, and the Kuo Yu, which are Speeches from the Various States. (Danton; Danton, 71)"
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Confucius, 2006.
A paper on Confucius, his history and his teachings.
910 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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This paper states that Confucius was one of the greatest and well known Eastern philosophers who lived in China. The paper explains that most of his teachings have influenced all of the East Asian countries. The paper traces Confucius's travels through China in which he shared ideas and thoughts. The paper describes how soon he gained disciples. The author states that Confucius tried to bring peace and unity to the Chinese, but was unable to do so, yet during the Han dynasty, the Confucian philosophy was adopted as doctrine.
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"Mencius was one of the students of Confucius. He traveled most of his life to continue the teachings of Confucius' philosophies of life. To the rulers of the world he said that their power was given by God and should not be abused but instead let the people be his inspiration to govern and progress their country. One of the greatest influenced of Confucius to Mencius was the thought that men were born without a sin and by nature a good man, it was only the desire that drives then into a world of sin."
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Confucius, Human Nature, and Morality, 2005.
A discussion regarding Confucius, the history of his life and his teachings.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper gives a brief history of Confucius' life. It also describes his teachings regarding both human nature and morality. Much is known about the historical man, Confucius. Unfortunately, the historical information in existence is sometimes blended with stereotypical or slanted information, depending on how the writer wanted Confucius, his writings, or his culture to be perceived.
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"Unlike some figures that feature in other major religions, a great deal is known about Confucius. In addition to his religious teachings and philosophy, much literature exists of a historical nature Confucius' life. As a result, people in the twenty-first century are privileged to have a relatively accurate record of both the man and his teaching. Mark Csikszenmihali is critical of the Western culture's role in this kind of stereotyping."
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"The Analects of Confucius", 2004.
An overview of the history and influence of the "Analects of Confucius".
2,234 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper discusses how, for the past thousand years, the "Analects of Confucius" have been used as guidelines for executives, politicians, military officers, and other members of society. "The Analects of Confucius" are a collection of sayings and brief conversations, appearing to be collected by his followers to describe the life of Confucius, which eliminates most of the later legends.
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"The essential information present in the Analects that Confucius wants to educate his followers is available in Book 18. The idea of Filial piety is the main obsession of Confucius. Filial piety, in a larger sense, is concerned with implied structure of social values present in the relationship between ruler and his subjects; and also it is concerned with the relationship between the aged and youth. The characteristics required in the idea of junzi, the superior male, as the ideal government administrator, is symbolically explained by Confucius in an effort to take good, fine and efficient government as his primary objective. The junzi should be able to distinguish between an unreasonable leader and an astute leader by way of instantaneously leaving the unreasonable leader and by willingly serving the astute leader even if he is thrown out from his position three times."
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Confucius, 2004.
An analysis of the life and works of Confucius.
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper presents a biographical account of the life of the most influential and respected philosopher in Chinese history, Confucius. The paper tracks the mile stones in the life of Confucius, contending that his ideas served as the single strongest influence on Chinese society. The paper explores the basic tenets of Confucianism, highlighting how they stress the need to develop moral character and responsibility. The paper claims that Confucius is arguably the most important political thinker in the entire East Asian tradition.
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"Confucius was the most influential and respected philosopher in Chinese history. From the 100's B.C. to the 1900's A.D., his ideas served as the single strongest influence on Chinese society. These ideas, called Confucianism, stress the need to develop moral character and responsibility. In fact, Confucius is arguably the most important political thinker in the entire East Asian tradition. His teachings have had a profound impact upon the political and social development not only of China, but also of Korea, Vietnam, Japan, and other Asian lands. Furthermore, even in the modern era, his works remain influential."
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Confucius and Ancient China, 2002.
Anlalyzes "Analects" of Confucius and his perceptions of ancient China.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines the works of Confucius, primarily his "Analects", with respect to his belief about the structure of China's past. This is supported through references to the work, "Mencius".
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Confucianism According to Mencius, 2004.
Discusses the views on human nature held by the Confucian scholar, Mencius.
2,879 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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This paper talks about the Confucian scholar, Mencius, and his claim that human nature is good. The paper compares this claim with that of Kao Tzu, who disagreed, saying that human nature is neither good nor bad, but it can become good or bad. The paper also examines Mencius's idea of an innate moral sense, which he termed "the four sprouts", Mencius's views on equality, and learning and self-cultivation.
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"Human nature (hsing), according to Mencius, is a combination of basic ?humaness? (jen) and a spirit of rightness or good. Kao-tzu's analogy of bowls seems to suggest that these qualities come from a compilation of experiences that make up an artificial or empirical hsing. Human nature is a product of genes (innate hsing) in the context of environment. Mencius counters this point with the assertion that human nature has a purpose and a direction, like water that has to flow downhill, unless it?s diverted by something. The need is innate, while the obstacles may set the hsing on a ?wrong? path. The water will make its way to the ocean, however, because it will follow the laws of its nature to flow downhill. Kao-tzu is left with arguing that hsing comes from the process of living ? not what is born with the child. Humaness is born with the individual (internal) while rightness is learned through experience (external)."
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The Mencius, 2002.
A look a the theme in Mencius regarding governmental benevolence.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This is a paper that reports on a particular theme in the Mencius, a classic Chinese philosophical text. It gives a very brief discussion of the author and his context and then proceeds to show specifically how Mencius and his co-authors use familiar (and familial) examples to illustrate the overarching principle of benevolence in government. This was meant to appeal to Chinese rulers and bureaucrats at the time, by using simple language and concrete examples as well as a simplified doctrine of governmental behavior that reduces to one principle of benevolent rule.
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Kant and Confucius, 2002.
A comparative analysis of Confucius and Immanuel Kant's views on moral judgments.
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This paper will use the works of two philosophers, the Chinese scholar Confucius and the more modern philosopher Immanuel Kant, to compare and contrast the moral judgments held by these two men. It is hoped that the differences in time and cultures will provide the enough similarities to compose judgments on the moral aspects of the human species as a whole.
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Confucius and Locke on the Institution of Family, 2008.
A comparison and contrast of Confucius and John Locke's views on the family and its relation to politics.
2,328 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper analyzes the views of the ancient Chinese philosopher, Confucius in "The Analects" and the early modern British philosopher, John Locke in "Second Treatise of Government." It particularly looks at the views of each philosopher in relation to the social institution of the family and their models of political order. The paper suggests that the different ways they understand familial relations can be seen as reflecting their distinct conceptions of political order in society as a whole.
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"Locke contends that freedom comes with maturity and the capacity to exercise reason, and that it is the primary responsibility of the parent or guardian of a child to promote this in the child until he attains the age of maturity. Thus, while people in Confucius' political philosophy were advised never to think about government or politics, Locke in contrast argues that it is the prime duty - indeed, the defining characteristic - of an adult human being that they be able to consider questions of government and politics."
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