Confucianism Flashcards
Yin and Yang
Yin (even, female, dark)
Yang (odd, male, light)
Divination
Belief in determining future through (I Ching)
Confucius (Kung Fu-tzu)
Born in 551 B.C.E.; raised in poverty
What are the beliefs of Confucianism?
The worship of gods was secondary to equtable social order; Respect the spirits, keep them at a distance
Li
Propriety, rites, ceremonies or courtesy
Jen
Inward expression of the ideals, love, goodness, or human heartedness
Reciprocity
Do not do to others as you would not want others to do to you
Chinese New Year
End of January or beginning of February; This year it is February 8, 2016; Each year focuses on a different animal; Time of changing and renewal; Celebration continues until the first moon of the first month