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erved in the Analects, focused on creating ethical models of family and public interaction and setting educational standards. After his death, Confucius became the official imperial philosophy of China, which was extremely influential during the Han, Tang and Song dynasties.ConfucianismConfucianism is the worldview on politics, education and ethics taught by Confucius and his followers in the fifth and sixth centuries . Although Confucianism is not an organized religion, it does provide rules for thinking and living that focus on love for humanity, worship of ancestors, respect for elders, selfdiscipline and conformity to rituals. Today Confucius is widely considered one of the most influential teachers in Chinese history. The philosophies are still followed by many people living in China today and has influenced thinking in Japan, Korea and Vietnam.Confucius’ Beliefs, Philosophy and Teachings1) The Golden RuleConfucius’ social philosophy was based primarily on the principle of ren or loving others while exercising selfdiscipline. He believed that ren could be put into action u