Confucianism
Analects, Mencius, Great Learning
Confucianism, founded by Kong Qiu (Confucius) in 6th century BCE China, is one of the most influential philosophical traditions in human history — shaping East Asian civilization, governance, education, and family life for over 2,500 years. The Analects preserve his teachings on virtue, ritual propriety, filial piety, and the cultivation of the ideal human being. Read the Analects and Chinese classics at the Chinese Text Project ↗
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The Analects of Confucius -- collected sayings on virtue, governance, and the good life.
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📜 Confucianism Sacred Holidays
View full calendar →Confucius's Birthday
Honoring the birth of Kong Qiu (Confucius) — the great sage and teacher of China.
Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu)
Honoring the loyal minister and poet Qu Yuan — a celebration of patriotism and virtue.
Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu)
Dragon boats race and zongzi are eaten in honor of the loyal minister-poet Qu Yuan.
Ancestor Memorial Ceremony
Confucian ancestor veneration — the foundation of filial piety and social harmony.
Seokjeon Daeje (Confucius Memorial Rite)
The formal Confucian rite honoring Confucius and his disciples — performed twice yearly.
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