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Definition:
Confucius (551-479 BCE) is the best known and most influential single philosopher in
Chinese history. His two central concerns were the "superior man" and a well
ordered society.
As to the former, Confucius argued that people are good by nature and that they need to be encouraged to express their goodness. Evil results when people live in bad environments and lack proper education. With regards to society, Confucius believed that the best society was one govered by men of supreme virtue who lead by personal example rather than through force.
Also Known As: Kung T'zu
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