Confucianism Collection (page 2)

Table of the main religions of the world and their founder - in "
LSE4098884 Table of the main religions of the world and their founder - in " Museum of Youth" by Grasset St Sauveur, late 18th century by Grasset de Saint-Sauveur

Portrait of the Chinese Philosophy Confucius (551-479 BC), Grave Stone, Shanghai Museum
JLJ4615594 Portrait of the Chinese Philosophy Confucius (551-479 BC), Grave Stone, Shanghai Museum by Chinese School; National Museum, Shanghai

Japanese Priest (engraving)
965257 Japanese Priest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Japanese Priest. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Confucius (chromolitho)
971712 Confucius (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Confucius. Illustration for Hombres Y Mujeres Celebres by D Juan Landa (D J Seix, 1877)

The Four Books and Five Classics (an edition of the most important sections of the Confucian canon). Found in the Collection of The Backhouse Collection

Confucius: The Great Unapotheosized God of China, 1912. Creator: Unknown
Confucius: The Great Unapotheosized God of China, 1922. Confucius (551-479 BC) Chinese philosopher and politician of the Spring and Autumn period

Confucius: Teacher and Philosopher, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Confucius: Teacher and Philosopher, 1922. Confucius (551-479 BC) Chinese philosopher and politician of the Spring and Autumn period

Confucius the Great Unapotheosized God of China, 1922. According to Chinese tradition, Confucius (551-479 BC) was a thinker, political figure, educator

Mencius, ancient Chinese philosopher, 1922. Mencius (Meng Ke) (372-289 BC) is the best-known Confucian philosopher after Confucius himself

Confucius, ancient Chinese teacher and philosopher, 1922. According to Chinese tradition, Confucius (551-479 BC) was a thinker, political figure, educator

Confucius, ancient Chinese philosopher, (1780). Artist: Pierre Duflos
Confucius, ancient Chinese philosopher, (1780). According to Chinese tradition, Confucius (551-479 BC) was a thinker, political figure, educator, and founder of the Ru School of Chinese thought

Kong-Fu-Tse, or Confucius, the most celebrated Philosopher of China, c1729 Artist
Kong-Fu-Tse, or Confucius, the most celebrated Philosopher of China, c1729. According to Chinese tradition, Confucius (551-479 BC) was a thinker, political figure, educator

Chinese portraits of Confucius and his great follower Mencius, 1907. From Harmsworth History of the World, Volume 1, by Arthur Mee, J.A. Hammerton, & A.D. Innes, M.A. [Carmelite House, London, 1907]

The Three Sake-tasters, c1700 (1886). Burlesque of an ancient picture typifying the three religions, Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. From an engraving after Okumura Masanobu

Confucius and his disciples, 5th century BC, (1847). Artist: Giles
Confucius and his disciples, 5th century BC, (1847). The Chinese philosopher and thinker Confucius or K ung-fu-tzu (551 BC-479 BC)

Temple of Confucius, Peking, China, 19th century. Artist: Therond
Temple of Confucius, Peking, China, 19th century. Confucian temple in what is now Beijing

Chinese drawing of Confucius and a disciple
Chinese drawing of Confucius (551-479 BC) and a disciple

CARTOON: BOXER REBELLION, 1900. Are our teachings, then, in vain? Confucius and Jesus Christ observe the battle between the Boxers and the eight-nation alliance during the Boxer Rebellion in China

Hsun Ch ing (320-235 BC) makes a pilgrimage (Heian and Kamakura painted handscroll)
BAL3710 Hsun Ch ing (320-235 BC) makes a pilgrimage (Heian and Kamakura painted handscroll) by Nagataka, Fujiwara (fl. 13th century); Osaka Museum of Fine Arts, Japan; Japanese, out of copyright

Statuette of Confucius (551-479 BC) as a Mandarin, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) (bronze)
XIR242832 Statuette of Confucius (551-479 BC) as a Mandarin, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) (bronze) (see also 186277) by Chinese School, (19th century); Musee Guimet, Paris

RELIGION: JAPAN AND CHINA. Left: One of the forms in which [the Buddha] Amida is worshipped by the people of Japan and Tartary

CHINA: RELIGION. A festival annually celebrated in honour of Confucius, an eminent Chinese philosopher, who reviv d the ancient mythology of that empire

Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Melaka (Malacca), Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Kuil Cheng Hoon teng Temple, Melaka (Malacca), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Melaka State, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Asia, China, Yunnan Province, Mojiang. Sculpture on gate support at Confucious temple includes lions and zodiac animal symbols

Confucius, Chinese philosopher
Confucius (551-479 BC), Chinese philosopher. After his death, his disciples and followers developed his teachings into the quasi-religious system of ethics, morals and politics known as Confucianism

Chinese religious leaders, known as the three holy ones. Confucius (551-479 BC, lower left) founded the quasi-religious system of Confucianism

Confucius statue in Beijing University, Haidian, Beijing, China, Asia

Incense sticks at Thean Hou Chinese Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Confucius statue at Thean hou Chinese Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Confucius Temple Imperial College built in 1306 by the grandson of Kublai Khan and administered the official Confucian examination system, Beijing, China, Asia

International Confucius Cultural Festival, Qufu City, birthplace of Confucius the great philosopher politician and educator of the 6th to 5th centuries BC, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Chinese girl under a glazed archway at the Confucius Temple Imperial College built in 1306 by the grandson of Kublai Khan administering the official Confucian examination system, Beijing, China, Asia

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Confucianism, an ancient philosophy that originated in China, is deeply rooted in the teachings of Confucius and his disciples. This influential belief system emphasizes moral values, social harmony, and respect for authority. Alongside other prominent figures like Lao-Tse and Buddha, Confucius played a pivotal role in shaping the cultural fabric of East Asia. In Southeast Asia's historic city of Melaka (Malacca), Malaysia stands the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. Behind its ornate door lies a sanctuary where followers can seek wisdom from Confucian teachings. Similarly, Shanghai's Confucius temple houses a majestic statue honoring this revered philosopher. The spread extended beyond China's borders as well. Kukai embarked on a voyage to China to study Buddhism but returned with knowledge about this profound philosophy too. A close-up view reveals the intricate details etched into statues depicting wise old Chinese sages who embody the essence of Confucian principles. Meanwhile, Beijing boasts grand temples dedicated to preserving and promoting these teachings. Jianshui in Yunnan Province showcases stunning architectural beauty associated with Confucianism - from elaborate wooden doors guarding sacred spaces to bells that chime harmoniously within temple grounds. Lucky charm tokens serve as reminders of good fortune bestowed upon those who embrace these ethical values. As one passes through the gate leading into Jianshui's Confucian Temple or explores Dongwu Hall within its premises they can enveloped by an atmosphere steeped in tradition and reverence for wisdom passed down through generations. Confucianism continues to be cherished across Asia for its emphasis on morality, ethics, and societal order – guiding individuals towards living virtuous lives while fostering harmony within communities.