Background Info
What year was he born in?
551 B.C.E.
Did he believe in thinking about the supernatural (gods, death, etc.)?
He thought that people should focus on human affairs instead.
Balance in the family, society, and universe come from balance where?
In the individual
What symbol represent the idea of the Chun-tzu and Hsiao-jen?
Yin and Yang
What was his profession?
He was a teacher.
What social class did he focus on?
He tought all social classes!
Is everyone born with virtue?
No! Some people have to study to learn it.
Political leaders should lead by _____ _______.
Moral Example
What did he think people should focus on the improve the world?
Themselves
The right path of living come from?
Moral behavior and treating others well
What word is the central concept for moral law?
Chung-Yung (the Golden Mean)
Te is directly related to/leads to _____.
Tao
His teaching focused on ______.
character formation
What was the name of the special gentlemen scholars he attracted?
Literati
What are the 2 types of people?
Chun-tzu (the superior person) and Hsiao-jen (the inferior person)
Virtue
What 2 traits are needed to improve society?
Virtue and personal character are necessary for individuals to cultivate.
What is the compilation of his teachings called?
The Analects
People should not use ____ power over each other.
Physical
Would he suggest living an extravagant, lavish lifestyle or one of simplicity and moderation?
moderation!