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Con·fu·cian·ism    Audio Help   [kuhn-fyoo-shuh-niz-uhm] Pronunciation Key
–noun
the system of ethics, education, and statesmanship taught by Confucius and his disciples, stressing love for humanity, ancestor worship, reverence for parents, and harmony in thought and conduct.
[Origin: 1860–65; Confucian + -ism]

—Related forms
Con·fu·cian·ist, noun, adjective
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Con·fu·cian    Audio Help   (kən-fyōō'shən)  Pronunciation Key 
adj.   Of, relating to, or characteristic of Confucius, his teachings, or his followers.

n.   An adherent of the teachings of Confucius.

Con·fu'cian·ism n., Con·fu'cian·ist n.
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confucianism

noun
the teachings of Confucius emphasizing love for humanity; high value given to learning and to devotion to family (including ancestors); peace; justice; influenced the traditional culture of China 

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Confucianism [(kuhn-fyooh-shuh-niz-uhm)]

A system of ethics, founded on the teachings of Confucius, that influenced the traditional culture of China. Confucianism places a high value on learning and stresses family relationships.


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