Confucianism Collection

Lao-Tse, Confucius and Buddha
Lao-Tse presenting the child Confucius to Sakyamuni (Buddha).Lao-tse was a philosopher of Ancient China and the founder of philosophical Taoism

Door in Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Melaka (Malacca), Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Statue of Confucius in the Shanghai Confucius temple, Shanghai, China, Asia

Kukai Sails to China
The priest Kukai (later known as Kobo-Daishi) sails to China to study its religion, returns to create a Japanese religion containing elements of Confucianism with Shintoism

Close-up of a statue of an old Chinese Confucian sage at the Tanglin Shopping Centre in Singapore, Southeast Asia, Asia

Ceiling of main hall in Confucius Temple, Beijing, China

Confucius Temple, Beijing, China

Ornate wooden doors, Confucian Temple, Jianshui, Yunnan Province, China

Bells, Confucian Temple, Jianshui, Yunnan Province, China

Lucky charm tokens, Confucian Temple, Jianshui, Yunnan Province, China

Gate to Confucian Temple, Jianshui, Yunnan Province, China

Dongwu Hall, Confucian Temple, Jianshui, Yunnan Province, China

Cheng Hoon Teng temple, Malacca City, Malaysia

Thean Hou Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Confucian Temple, Jianshui, Yunnan Province, China

Chinese deities divided into 3 classes: Lao - Tseu (or Laozi on the left), P an Ku (or Fo - Ni)
LSE4099278 Chinese deities divided into 3 classes: Lao - Tseu (or Laozi on the left), P an Ku (or Fo - Ni, in the middle) Confucius (right) - in " The old and modern costume" by Ferrario

Lao - Tseu (or Laozi) (570 BC - 490 BC) - in "The Old and Modern Costume"by Jules Ferrario, 1819 - 1820
GIA4736579 Lao - Tseu (or Laozi) (570 BC - 490 BC) - in " The Old and Modern Costume" by Jules Ferrario, 1819 - 1820

Portrait of Confucius (Confucio) (or Kong Fu Zi) (555-479 BC), Chinese philosopher
JLJ4670064 Portrait of Confucius (Confucio) (or Kong Fu Zi) (555-479 BC), Chinese philosopher. Chinese print. B.N. Paris by Chinese School; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Vue du temple de Confucius a Pekin, prise du cote des jardins (engraving)
2789949 Vue du temple de Confucius a Pekin, prise du cote des jardins (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue du temple de Confucius a Pekin)

Grave of the ancient Chinese philosopher and statean Confucius (litho)
5208306 Grave of the ancient Chinese philosopher and statean Confucius (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Confucius, ancient Chinese philosopher (engraving)
6029805 Confucius, ancient Chinese philosopher (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Confucius (551-479 BC)

Confucius (551-479 BC), from Receuil des Estampes, representant les Rangs et les
STC175871 Confucius (551-479 BC), from Receuil des Estampes, representant les Rangs et les Dignites, suivant le Costume de toutes les Nations existantes

Confucius
LLM454712 Confucius by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Confucius. Illustration from Ogdens cigarette card series on Leaders of Men issued in 1924)

Mencius, ancient Chinese Confucian philosopher (engraving)
3647836 Mencius, ancient Chinese Confucian philosopher (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mencius (372-289 BC), ancient Chinese Confucian philosopher

Image de Confucius, dans le temple de Confucius, a Canton (engraving)
2814608 Image de Confucius, dans le temple de Confucius, a Canton (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Image de Confucius, dans le temple de Confucius)

Confucius and Buddha Cradling a Qilin (ink and colour on silk)
FSG325184 Confucius and Buddha Cradling a Qilin (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); 99.9x62.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Guan Yu and Zhou Cang (ink and colour on silk)
FSG325122 Guan Yu and Zhou Cang (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); 79.4x85.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Mencius preaching revolution (chromolitho)
2782948 Mencius preaching revolution (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mencius preaching revolution)

Portrait of Confucius (c. 551-479 BC) (gouache on paper scroll)
EDI39097 Portrait of Confucius (c.551-479 BC) (gouache on paper scroll) by Chinese School (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Pages from Confucius Sinarum Philosophus (Confucius, the Philosopher of the Chinese)
4072289 Pages from Confucius Sinarum Philosophus (Confucius, the Philosopher of the Chinese), 1687 (engraving); (add.info.: The philosophy of Confucius emphasises personal and governmental morality)

Confucius, the celebrated Chinese Philosopher (engraving)
3103674 Confucius, the celebrated Chinese Philosopher (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Confucius, the celebrated Chinese Philosopher)

The burning of the books of Confucius (chromolitho)
2782947 The burning of the books of Confucius (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The burning of the books of Confucius)

Portrait of Jifei Ruyi, 1666 (ink and colour on silk)
5667151 Portrait of Jifei Ruyi, 1666 (ink and colour on silk) by Japanese School, (17th century); 109.5 A-- 44 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Jifei Ruyi (Sokuhi Nyoichi)

Table of the main religions of the world and their founder - in "
LSE4098884 Table of the main religions of the world and their founder - in " Museum of Youth" by Grasset St Sauveur, late 18th century by Grasset de Saint-Sauveur

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Confucianism, an ancient philosophy that originated in China, is deeply rooted in the teachings of Confucius and his disciples. This influential belief system emphasizes moral values, social harmony, and respect for authority. Alongside other prominent figures like Lao-Tse and Buddha, Confucius played a pivotal role in shaping the cultural fabric of East Asia. In Southeast Asia's historic city of Melaka (Malacca), Malaysia stands the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. Behind its ornate door lies a sanctuary where followers can seek wisdom from Confucian teachings. Similarly, Shanghai's Confucius temple houses a majestic statue honoring this revered philosopher. The spread extended beyond China's borders as well. Kukai embarked on a voyage to China to study Buddhism but returned with knowledge about this profound philosophy too. A close-up view reveals the intricate details etched into statues depicting wise old Chinese sages who embody the essence of Confucian principles. Meanwhile, Beijing boasts grand temples dedicated to preserving and promoting these teachings. Jianshui in Yunnan Province showcases stunning architectural beauty associated with Confucianism - from elaborate wooden doors guarding sacred spaces to bells that chime harmoniously within temple grounds. Lucky charm tokens serve as reminders of good fortune bestowed upon those who embrace these ethical values. As one passes through the gate leading into Jianshui's Confucian Temple or explores Dongwu Hall within its premises they can enveloped by an atmosphere steeped in tradition and reverence for wisdom passed down through generations. Confucianism continues to be cherished across Asia for its emphasis on morality, ethics, and societal order – guiding individuals towards living virtuous lives while fostering harmony within communities.