hist 5.1

How and why does filial piety serve as the bedrock of Confucius’ philosophical system?

Describe the shi as envisioned by Confucius. What are his qualities, and how does he employ them?

What is Confucius’ concept of good government and the ideal state?

Define what ren meant to Confucius. Was it absolute? Was it all-encompassing? In other words, did it have limitations? In what ways did it animate other virtues?

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