topic east-asia ★ seed

Confucianism

Founded by Confucius ~500 BCE, China. Ethical philosophy emphasizing ren (benevolence), li (ritual propriety), filial piety, and social harmony. Shaped East Asian civilization for 2500 years.

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Neo-Confucianism concept

Revival movement from 11th century Song Dynasty. Zhu Xi synthesized Confucian ethics with Buddhist and Taoist metaphysics. Li (principle) and qi (vital force) as cosmic framework. Dominated Chinese thought for 700 years.