Showing posts with label Confucius. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Confucius. Show all posts

Sunday, February 9, 2020

Philosophy.

Philosophy (φιλοσοφία) is a study about knowledge and the mind. The word means "a love of wisdom" from Greek language.

Many different scientists of periods were interested in philosophy. Countries had unique views about world. Plato, Socrates, and Confucius were philosophers.

Also, philosophy created many other sciences, such as: sociology, ethics, aesthetics, psychology, and etc. People studied something with philosophical views.

This science can help make logical conclusions. Many religions have philosophical aspects.

Since ancient times people wanted to ask questions about life and the universe. Philosophical views have changed throughout history.

This science has influenced art and architecture in the countries. Philosophers wrote books, created paintings.

Students study philosophy during school lessons or in university.

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El universo interior. La silueta de un hombre con el espacio como cerebro. El concepto sobre temas científicos y filosóficos. Elementos de esta imagen amueblada por la NASA.

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Philosophy - words from wooden blocks with letters, love of wisdom philosophy concept, white background

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ROME, ITALY - APRIL 8, 2016: The School of Athens, Raphael room's in Museums of Vatican.

Friday, June 7, 2019

Great people: Confucius.

Confucius was born in 551 B. C. in China. His father died when he was little.

Future philosopher married when he was nineteen. Confucius and his wife had several children.




He studied history and culture of Ancient China. Confucius had many interests and ideas, such as: moral philosophy, Golden Rule, and ethics. Also, the philosopher known for his aphorisms and quotes.

Confucius's philosophy was important for Ancient China. He influenced for study and politics of that period. Confucianism is part of world view.

Philosopher died in 479 B. C.


Monday, April 1, 2019

Famous people and their quotes. Part thirty five.

                                                        Confucius.

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Confucius cartoon character. Vector Illustration. Kids History Collection.


“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.”

“Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance.”

“The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential... these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence.”

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https://www.biography.com/people/confucius-9254926

Friday, June 16, 2017

Ancient China.

Ancient China as other old civilizations, has its own language, laws, rulers, and culture.

Timeline of Ancient China: Xia dynasty (2070-1600 B. C.), Shang dynasty (1600-1046 B. C.), Zhou dynasty (1046-256 B. C.), Spring and Autumn period (722-476 B. C.), Warring States period (476-221 B. C.).

Confucius (551-479 B. C.) was a famous Chinese philosopher. He made a lot of things for ancient politics and philosophy. Confucius's words are still popular for modern people. Such as:

"I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand."

"A man who has committed a mistake and doesn't correct it is committing another mistake."

"Wherever you go, go with all your heart."

Also, China given us many important things such as: pasta, ice cream, umbrella, paper, compass, mechanical clock, silk, porcelain, cookware, and bake ware.

Imperators ruled in China many centuries. For example, during Qin dynasty (221-206 B. C.) was built famous sculpture the Terracotta Army.

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An ancient statue of Confucius.Confucius is the ancient Chinese thinker, educator.

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Great wall under sunshine during sunset

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The famous terracotta warriors of XiAn, China