Confucius
In these particular analects, I believe Confucius is talking about the government. Confucius¡¯ writings suggest that a ruler should govern with a straightforward style that consists of principles of goodness and morality. For example, he says that who rules by moral force is like the pole-star, which remains in its place while all the lesser stars do homage to It.? In this I believe he is referring to the North Star in the sky, which is always constant and never moving. If you rule with good morals, your place will never move and people will always respect you. I believe Confucius is saying that a ruler must not rule by regulations and punishment but by virtue and graciousness. By this kind of rule, they will learn their own feeling of shame and they will be able to correct themselves. Chi Kung-Tzu asks how I can make the common people respectful and loyal. Confucius answers by saying that we should approach them with dignity, so they will be reverent to you. Be kind and......
View the rest of this paper...
Approximate Word Count: 277
Approximate Pages: 2 (250 words per double-spaced page)
Why should you join Frat Files?
- - It's safe, secure, and private.
- - Instant access to over 100,000 papers. New papers are added hourly.
- - Fast and reliable customer support.
Similar Essays
-
Confucius
Confucius As Confucius' philosophy still remains in the heart of many Chinese people, his images of the greatest professional teacher of all time, the greatest philosopher in
-
Confucius And Management
Confucius and management Confucius ___ The Life of Confucius Of all eastern philosophers, Confucius, born in 550 B.C., is considered the
-
Confucius-Summary
Confucius-Summary Confucius-Summary Master Kung, also known as Kung Fu-tzu is known to be the Confucius of the west. He is one of the most well known philosophers in Chinese
-
Confucius Life Philosiphy
Confucius Life Philosiphy Confucius became famous as a sage, or wise man, of China during the Age of Philosophers. His Five Classics have influenced the civilizations of most of
-
Confucius' The Analects
and relevant. Politics and the role of government also come under scrutiny as Confucius offers his insights in bettering the organization of power. His proverb-like
Frat Files
Members
Information
© 2009 FratFiles.com.