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

Written Text of Confucius’ teachingsHe is the “Master” in the textContains Maxims- similar to

proverbs- short sayings that contain a general truth or give practical advice.

Read excerpt from Analects p. 591

As you read- paraphrase each of the six maxims in your notebook.

Two main components

liren

Li

“good manners” or “etiquette”universal harmonyno need for physical sanctions, laws,

or punishment

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”

Five relationships

father-childruler-subjecthusband-wifeelder brother-younger brotherfriend-friend

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.

Work on Maps

Finish China Maps for tomorrow.