What do the core values of Confucianism mean?

Confucianism is one of the main schools of traditional culture in China. In Confucianism, the most important core value is benevolence. As an ethics, benevolence is the most basic principle that people should actually follow. Confucianism believes that people should have good affection, friendship, love and local feelings. Respect for the old and love for the young, respect for teachers, respect for others, love and mutual assistance are the virtues respected by Confucianism.

In addition to benevolence, Confucianism also emphasizes values such as courtesy, righteousness, wisdom and faith. Rites refer to various etiquette norms and moral standards in interpersonal relationships, which Confucianism believes should be observed. Righteousness means doing the right thing and upholding justice and moral standards. Wisdom refers to the ability of knowledge, thinking and reasoning, and Confucianism advocates knowledge and cultivation. Faith refers to honesty and trustworthiness, which enables people to trust each other and live in a harmonious society.

In the history of China, Confucianism has influenced many fields, including family education, politics, culture, law and economy. Today, Confucianism still plays an important role in modern society in China, and develops and innovates on the basis of tradition. The core values of Confucianism-benevolence and moral ethics system has become a necessity in people's daily life, and has been widely used in social, commercial, educational and political fields, and has become an important force in shaping a better future.