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Confucianism as a Religion
Religion can be defined in different ways depending on the contexts in question. For one, religion is described as a cause, system, or principle of beliefs held on to with faith and ardour. Alternatively, religion can also be described as a personal set or institutionalised system of religious attitudes, beliefs, and practices (Poo 213 ) . Conversely however, the predominant of religion has a biased reference to the belief in and adoration of a Supreme
Being (God). In line with these definitions, there are several aspects of Spellbinding and
Oracle that identify them to be religious. For instance, Spellbinding is mainly focused on
demonic …show more content…
There has never been a religion which is founded on the grounds than mankind is the end Supreme Being. If anything, religion proclaims a certain magnitude of equality among all human beings as the same creation.
In addition, Confucianism is not a religion because contrary to other religions which focus on the worship of God, it mainly dwells on human beings. As derived from its description, Confucianism is primarily about ethical teachings. These are directed towards mankind in an effort to help them lead a much more acceptable and fulfilling life. In Mencius a king is advised on how to be a real and truthful leader to his people. Mencius illuminates several issues about the nature of mankind. The essence of this topic was that man is capable of achieving anything as attributed to his inherent nature and abilities. All one has to do is nurture the spirit. This is quite contradictory to conventional religious beliefs which frequently indicate that while man is a fully capable creation, divine providence is pertinent for the ultimate fulfilment of the human spirit and ambitions. Profoundly, one cannot succeed entirely on his own and attain happiness in this life but for some supernatural assistance …show more content…
Apparently he has some innate abilities to accomplish this without any need for further guidance.
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Furthermore, it is pertinent to mention that Confucianism is principally focused on the relations that exist among people. It directs on how people should treat each other in various contexts. It emphasizes on virtues and the avoidance of vices. Just as rituals are important in
Confucianism, the element of leadership is fully included in the discussions. Leaders are held in high regard and their actions are purported to shape the nation’s destinies. This system is aimed at directing how people relate to each other as well as how leaders relate to their subjects as opposed to the relations between people and divinity. True, divinity is incorporated in the system, but it is not dwelt upon as it should be in a religion.
It is an undeniable fact that Confucianism indeed holds some religious notions. The aspects of Heaven, gods, and spirits can be directly linked to various religious beliefs.
Regardless, this is just a testament to the fact that Confucianism is not grounded against religion. In fact, it embraces such ideas. For instance in the Analects when the Master
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Confucianism as a Religion
Religion can be defined in different ways depending on the contexts in question. For one, religion is described as a cause, system, or principle of beliefs held on to with faith and ardour. Alternatively, religion can also be described as a personal set or institutionalised system of religious attitudes, beliefs, and practices (Poo 213 ) . Conversely however, the predominant of religion has a biased reference to the belief in and adoration of a Supreme
Being (God). In line with these definitions, there are several aspects of Spellbinding and
Oracle that identify them to be religious. For instance, Spellbinding is mainly focused on
demonic …show more content…
There has never been a religion which is founded on the grounds than mankind is the end Supreme Being. If anything, religion proclaims a certain magnitude of equality among all human beings as the same creation.
In addition, Confucianism is not a religion because contrary to other religions which focus on the worship of God, it mainly dwells on human beings. As derived from its description, Confucianism is primarily about ethical teachings. These are directed towards mankind in an effort to help them lead a much more acceptable and fulfilling life. In Mencius a king is advised on how to be a real and truthful leader to his people. Mencius illuminates several issues about the nature of mankind. The essence of this topic was that man is capable of achieving anything as attributed to his inherent nature and abilities. All one has to do is nurture the spirit. This is quite contradictory to conventional religious beliefs which frequently indicate that while man is a fully capable creation, divine providence is pertinent for the ultimate fulfilment of the human spirit and ambitions. Profoundly, one cannot succeed entirely on his own and attain happiness in this life but for some supernatural assistance …show more content…
Apparently he has some innate abilities to accomplish this without any need for further guidance.
Surname 4
Furthermore, it is pertinent to mention that Confucianism is principally focused on the relations that exist among people. It directs on how people should treat each other in various contexts. It emphasizes on virtues and the avoidance of vices. Just as rituals are important in
Confucianism, the element of leadership is fully included in the discussions. Leaders are held in high regard and their actions are purported to shape the nation’s destinies. This system is aimed at directing how people relate to each other as well as how leaders relate to their subjects as opposed to the relations between people and divinity. True, divinity is incorporated in the system, but it is not dwelt upon as it should be in a religion.
It is an undeniable fact that Confucianism indeed holds some religious notions. The aspects of Heaven, gods, and spirits can be directly linked to various religious beliefs.
Regardless, this is just a testament to the fact that Confucianism is not grounded against religion. In fact, it embraces such ideas. For instance in the Analects when the Master