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Meaning of CONFUCIANISM

Pronunciation:  kun'fyooshun`izum

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 Definition: [n]  the teachings of Confucius emphasizing love for humanity; high value given to learning and to devotion to family (including ancestors); peace; justice; influenced the traditional culture of China
 
 See Also: philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Con*fu"cian*ism\, n.
The political morality taught by Confucius and his disciples,
which forms the basis of the Chinese jurisprudence and
education. It can hardly be called a religion, as it does not
inculcate the worship of any god. --S. W. Williams.

 

 

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