1. Speak the truth, do not yield to anger; give, if thou art asked for little; by these three steps thou wilt go near the gods.
--Confucius
CONFUCIANISM

2. CHINA AGE of PHILOSOPHY Where did it begin?
This philosophy was developed years ago
1500 years old (500 years older than Christianity)
Where did it begin?
CHINA

4. MONO or POLY?
Neither
Confucianism is not a religion, it is a philosophy about how to live your life

5. BELIEFS:
Golden Rule:"Do not do unto others what you would not want others to do unto you".
Be loyal and show courtesy to others at all times!
What is the key to social order and peace?
Key to social order & peace = good character and virtue in people
Confucius taught five basic virtues:
kindness
righteousness
sobriety
wisdom
Trustworthiness

6. SACRED TEXT: The Analects: the teachings of Confucius
--“Forget injuries, never forget kindnesses.”
--“When anger rises, think of the consequences.”
--“Wherever you go, go with all your heart.”
--“The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions.”

7. HOLY PLACES:
There are many temples where the memory and teachings of Confucius are remembered and celebrated.

8. Qufu, China: Confucius’ birthplace

9. FOUNDER
Chinese philosopher named K'ung Fu-tzu or CONFUCIUS

10. Countries where Confucianism is a major religion:
China and Vietnam