Confusianism

Confusianism


 * Founder: Confucius (551-479 B.C.E)
 * Location: China
 * Teachings
 * the moral example of leaders is the solution to disorder
 * secularism is important
 * treat others how you would like to be treated
 * education is key
 * Human Nature
 * society is shaped by unequal relationships
 * humans have potential for improvement
 * people are good by nature and will choose right from wrong if given the chance
 * Government Ideals
 * leader (Emperor) should should be respectful with good morale
 * he should set a good example for the people
 * the people must create their own order
 * Democracy
 * Strengths
 * the citizens have civil liberties
 * punishments are lenient but fair
 * their is a defined social code and beaurocracy
 * Weaknesses
 * the system can be taken advantage of by people who choose "wrong"
 * it relies heavily on the morale of the people to work