On the Influence of Confucian Philosophy on China Society

Confucianism was born in the Spring and Autumn Period and became the dominant ideology in the period of Emperor Wu of Han Dynasty. Confucianism, as the representative of China traditional culture, has a very positive significance for China's modernization. I think the positive factors of Confucianism and its influence are mainly manifested in the following aspects:

1. Confucian thought of benevolent government has played an important guiding role in building a harmonious society in China.

The theory of "benevolent government" runs through the core of Confucianism, and its "respecting the people", "benevolent government loving the people" and "the people are the most important, the country is the second, and the monarch is the least." "The monarch, the boat also; Shu Ren, water also. Water can carry a boat or overturn it. " The reform and development of the concept of equality and benevolence have played a great role in the stability and harmonious construction of modern society. Contemporary thoughts are deeply influenced by "benevolence" in Confucian culture, so as to build a socialist culture with China characteristics.

2. The Confucian thought of "harmony between man and nature" has a guiding role in the formulation and implementation of environmental protection policies today.

The unity of heaven and man makes it impossible for people to violate "God's will" and natural laws and regulations. It is of great significance to adjust the relationship between man and nature by the interaction and mutual influence between man and nature, so that the rational utilization and protection of nature can achieve ecological balance, thus realizing the sustainable development of mankind. It also provides a solid cultural background and broad ideological background for us to adhere to the coordinated development of economy, society, resources, environment and population and build a resource-saving and environment-friendly society. The slogan "It is everyone's responsibility to protect the environment" also reflects people's awareness of environmental protection and the unity of man and nature.