PHILO 101 4 CONFUCIUS Flashcards
1
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WESTERN VS. EASTERN PHILOSOPHY
WESTERN PHILOSOPHY
A
Focuses on duality (human vs. world).
Emphasizes individual perspective.
2
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WESTERN VS. EASTERN PHILOSOPHY
EASTERN PHILOSOPHY
A
Sees unity between self and nature.
Values harmony, virtue, and governance.
3
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DEFINE CONFUCIANISM
A
Focuses on virtue, morality, and good governance.
Morality must be practiced before leading others.
Governance means leading by righteousness, not force.
4
Q
FIVE CARDINAL VIRTUES
- Ren - c_, h_
- Xin - i_, f_
- Yi - h_, d_
- Zhi - l_ for l_
- Li - p_ c_, r_, h_
A
- compassion, humility
- integrity, faithfulness
- honesty, duty
- love for learning
- proper conduct, respect, harmony
5
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SUPERIOR MAN
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Embodies virtue and righteousness.
Ren must come from the heart, not just reason. (compassion and humility)
6
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RECTIFICATION OF NAMES
A
People must live up to their roles (e.g., a ruler must rule justly).
