Confucianism: Brief History, Core Teachings, Fundamental beliefs, Practices, and Related Issues

Confucianism aims to promote harmony in society. For this objective, it teaches following the moral way consisting of the virtues of love, righteousness, wisdom, propriety, and loyalty in order.

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Confuciunism: Confucius’ Philosophy and Teachings

The following are the main teachings or doctrines of Confucianism (based on the lecture by Prof. Jens Micah De Guzman):

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Five Confucian Classics: A Simplified Summary

The Five Classics (Five Confucian Classics) is the sacred texts of Confucianism. Confucius himself is said to have either written or edited them.

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Buddhism vs Confucianism

The following is a simple comparison between Mahayana Buddhism and Confucianism

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The Uniqueness and Similarities of Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism

Let us explain the uniqueness and similarities of Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism.

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The Influences of Religion to Culture and Society

Let us analyze the influences of religion to culture and society. The discussions here is significantly based on a lecture by Professor Jens Micah De Guzman.

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The Interconnectedness of Geography, Culture and Religions

We can prove that geography, religion, and culture are practically interrelated. Geography influences religion, and religion, in turn, affects culture.

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The Concept, Elements and Characteristics of Belief System, World View, Religion, and Spirituality

In this article, we differentiate the concept, elements and characteristics of belief system, world view, religion, and spirituality. The discussions are based on a lecture delivered by textbook author Prof. Jens Micah De Guzman.

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Religion vs Spirituality: What is the difference between them?

This essay differentiates (and compares) the concepts religion and spirituality. The discussions here are based on a lecture by author Prof. Jens Micah De Guzman.

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