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Confucianism: an optimist's belief system
All you need to know about Confucius and his teachings
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Confucianism is one of the most important belief systems in the world. Rather than being a religion with a god, it is based on reverence for others. A Confucianist believes that everyone is inherently good, they only need the right kind of education to be a moral and ethical person.
Made popular by the philosopher Confucius (551-497 BCE), Confucianism is a way of life that focuses on social cohesion by satisfying humans’ need for belonging and community.
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