Q What are the holy books or sacred texts of Confucianism?
A The primary teachings of Confucianism are preserved in two core collections of classical literature: The Four Books and The Five Classics. The most famous and widely read of these is the Analects (Lunyu), a foundational compilation of sayings, dialogues, and philosophical discourses recorded by Confucius's immediate disciples following his death.
A The primary teachings of Confucianism are preserved in two core collections of classical literature: The Four Books and The Five Classics. The most famous and widely read of these is the Analects (Lunyu), a foundational compilation of sayings, dialogues, and philosophical discourses recorded by Confucius's immediate disciples following his death.
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What is Confucianism?The ancient Chinese religion of Confucianism began its roots at the birth of K'ung Fu Tzu (Confucius) in 551 BC. Confucius spent his life wandering through China and advising different rulers and developing a band of followers. Many of the teachings set forth by Confucius combined concepts taken from Taoist and Buddhist philosophies. Over the years, the religion developed four, "life passages," including birth, maturity, marriage, and eventually death, which are celebrated moments of development. While some North Americans do practice the religion, most are found throughout China.
