the basics
Confucius defined ren most simply using these two words, meaning to care for or have affection for other people.
what are the two words
love people
complete this sentance
Do not do to others what
you do not what others to do to yourself
When practicing ren at home, you show this to your parents but when someone else comes over Confucius says you should treat everyone as if they are important these people are called
guest
Because it is resilient, grows steadily, and bends without snapping, this hollow plant is a frequent East Asian symbol for the flexibility of ren.
bamboo
He is the ancient Chinese philosopher and teacher who created the concept of ren to help end wars and bring peace to society.
confucius
ren is most frequently translated as this eleven-letter word meaning quality of being kind or compassionate to others.
whats the word
humaneness (or benevolence)
Confucius famously claimed that a person of wisdom is never perplexed, a person of courage is never afraid, and a person of ren is never in x
find x
anxiety
I a person of ren is slow and hesitant to x , because they know how difficult it is to actually back up their words with actions.
find x
speak, talk
In traditional Chinese medicine, a lack of ren in the body's energy flow shares its name with this medical condition ( what is the medical condition)
paralysis
Because ren is all about how humans treat each other, the Chinese character for ren is made by combining the symbol for a person with the symbol for this basic number.
two 2
The Chinese character for ren (仁) is a combination of two distinct parts: the radical for x and the symbol for x number , showing it is about relationships.
find the x
person and 2
the ability to understand and share the feelings of another, which lies at the emotional heart of practicing ren. is to have....
emphathy
Confucius noted that a person of ren can endure hardships for a long time, but they can also comfortably enjoy x without becoming spoiled.
(find x )
happiness , prosperity , joy etc
In Chinese calligraphy, the left side of the character ren is the radical representing this creature.
the human, person
Confucius taught that ren must always start at home with this primary group of people before you can show it to strangers.
family
Confucius believed that x foundational family virtue—respecting one's parents—is the root or starting point from which ren grows.
correct term/word
filial piety
Confucius says that a person of ren wants to x , so they also help others do it
establish themselves
To practice ren in your career, Confucius recommended working for a boss who has x character trait, so you can learn from their virtue. (find x )
virture , goodness
Under the "Five Elements" system associated with Confucian virtues, ren is symbolically paired with this natural element, representing growth and springtime.
wood
In a famous story, Confucius's stable burned down. Instead of asking about his expensive horses, a person of ren would ask if any of these were hurt.
the worker , maid
Confucius believed that if everyone practiced ren, society would achieve x state instead of chaos and war.
peacful , harmony , balenced
n his personal timeline of growth, Confucius said it wasn't until x years old that he could follow his heart's desires without breaking any moral boundaries.
find x
70
Confucius argued that a wise person must choose a neighborhood that possesses [X], because living around people who lack this quality makes it hard to remain virtuous (answer to x )
goodness
in the character ren the right side with the 2 lines mean what
the other person and how to people are needed
When asked what a person of ren does, Confucius gave a simple two-word answer: they do this to others.
love them (or care for them