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2. The individual and self-cultivation in the teachings of Confucius
Daniel K. Gardner
in Confucianism: A Very Short Introduction
‘The individual and self-cultivation in the teachings of Confucius’ explains that a moral vanguard of individuals is called for by Confucius and his followers. These individuals move others ...
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3. Government in Confucian teachings
Daniel K. Gardner
in Confucianism: A Very Short Introduction
‘Government in Confucian teachings’ describes Confucius' teachings on the ideal ruler and the process of government. A good ruler is a superior man (junzi) who must model the morality he ...
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Confucianism: A Very Short Introduction
Daniel K. Gardner
To understand China, it is essential to understand Confucianism. First formulated in the sixth century bce, the teachings of Confucius would come to dominate Chinese society, politics, ...
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