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=Period 4=

[] = = = **RESEARCH GUIDE: CONFUCIANISM** = **1. What are the religion's followers called?**

**2. Religious Text:** (What is it made up of? Give a short explanation.) a. the Analects- These are the most important texts to Confucianism. It is one of the Four Books, and is based on Confucius teachings.

b. The Five Classics- These are collections of the rituals, documents, and poems that are important to Confucianism.

c. The Four Books- All human knowledge is supposedly contained within these readings. They are used for training public officials, and are also the basis for education among Confucians.

K'ung Fu Tzu- More commonly known by his Latin name, Confucius, he is the creator of Confucianism. He believed there were many flaws in society. His birth into lower class and disagreements with others in the Chinese government when he worked there led him to construct ideas for improving society. His ideas caused him to be exiled from Chinese society, and it was there where Confucius formed this new reliogion.
 * 3. Person:** (What was this person's role?)

Its followers are told to love others, do what is right, reciprocate, and honor their parents.
 * 4.** **How does Confucianism represent a societal code?**

Many people consider Confucianism more of a moral science or philosophy than a religion. Confucianism teaches of no gods or supernatural rituals, so the classification of it depends mostly on individual definitions of "religion".
 * 5. Why do some people not consider Confucianism a religion?**

China: 5-6 million people
 * 6. Primarily Located in the following countries:** (give numbers/percentages if available)

a. What is Jen? Jen is all of the teachings of Confucianism summed up in a single word; it describes social virtue and respect b. What is the Golden Rule of Confucius? Do not impose upon others something you would not impose upon yourself. c. What are the 5 relationships of society and what do they say about the role of Confucianism in society? Ruler and Subject Father and Son Husband and Wife Elder Brother and Younger Brother Friend and Friend
 * 7. Core Beliefs:** (What are the central ideas to the religion?)