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This 6 page paper discusses the basic belief system of Confucianism. General overview of the development of the religion and how the basic beliefs are used in one's day to day life. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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makes religions from the East different from those in the West. The religion based upon the teachings of Confucius example the mind-set, cultural identity, and offers solutions to the various
problems adherent in the human condition. How does this religion shape the way in which its adherents understand the world? According to the ancient Chinese philosopher, Confucius, ritual was one
of several cornerstones for a successful society. If any of these elements were not present, then a community, or nation would falter. While the two components were Li and Jen,
it can be said that Li is the bedrock of Confucian theory and philosophy. To everything there must be order, Confucius seems to be stating with his ritual philosophy
of li. Li seems to be based on the idea that one must analyze examples from the past to tailor ones present behavior. This can be applied to something as
simple as always washing ones hands before a meal, to the rituals celebrating the birth of a child. Li, therefore, is a system of behavior. Through the practice of
Li, a community would bond with one another in a shared history and memory which would create a common ground on which that society could function. Also, when one stops
to think about it, ritual, or the act of performing ritual cannot be faked or deceptive. For example, one may be throwing a birthday party for a friend. While
going through the inevitable ritual of blowing out candles, opening presents, cutting the cake, etc...it is this sense of belonging and well wishing that results from the ritual. This, then
is Li in action. This seeking of balance is a primary principle in Confucianism and as such shapes the way that the individual as well as the state views the
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