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Confucius

Confucius. Vocab Practice. Working in pairs, create an acrostic poem OR complete a word interview for your word. Confucius. Born in 551 B.C. died in 479 B.C. Confucianism. It is a belief system- not necessarily a religion. a system of social and ethical philosophy. The Analects.

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Confucius

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  1. Confucius

  2. Vocab Practice • Working in pairs, create an acrostic poem OR complete a word interview for your word.

  3. Confucius • Born in 551 B.C. • died in 479 B.C.

  4. Confucianism • It is a belief system- not necessarily a religion. • a system of social and ethical philosophy

  5. The Analects • Written Text of Confucius’ teachings • He is the “Master” in the text • Contains Maxims- similar to proverbs- short sayings that contain a general truth or give practical advice.

  6. Read excerpt from Analects p. 591 • As you read- paraphrase each of the six maxims in your notebook.

  7. Two main components • li • ren

  8. Li • “good manners” or “etiquette” • universal harmony • no need for physical sanctions, laws, or punishment

  9. Jen • Relationship between "two persons” • Treat others the way you want to be treated. • each role in the hierarchy of social relations had clearly defined duties • mutual responsibility – “Know your role”

  10. Five relationships • father-child • ruler-subject • husband-wife • elder brother-younger brother • friend-friend

  11. Matching Activity • Match the Maxims with the real life situations that would apply. • Complete the chart with what each means • Write which relationship each situation involves for 1-4.

  12. Work on Maps • Finish China Maps for tomorrow.

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