Vocab Practice
Working in pairs, create an acrostic poem OR complete a word interview for your word.
Confucius
Born in 551 B.C.died in 479 B.C.
Confucianism
It is a belief system- not necessarily a religion.
a system of social and ethical philosophy
The Analects
Written Text of Confucius’ teachingsHe is the “Master” in the textContains Maxims- similar to
proverbs- short sayings that contain a general truth or give practical advice.
Read excerpt from Analects p. 591
As you read- paraphrase each of the six maxims in your notebook.
Two main components
liren
Li
“good manners” or “etiquette”universal harmonyno need for physical sanctions, laws,
or punishment
Jen
Relationship between "two persons”Treat others the way you want to be
treated.each role in the hierarchy of social
relations had clearly defined duties mutual responsibility – “Know your role”
Five relationships
father-childruler-subjecthusband-wifeelder brother-younger brotherfriend-friend
Matching Activity
Match the Maxims with the real life situations that would apply.
Complete the chart with what each means
Write which relationship each situation involves for 1-4.
Work on Maps
Finish China Maps for tomorrow.