Confucius was a Chinese thinker and social philosopher, whose teachings and philosophy have deeply influenced Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese thought and life. Died 479 BC (aged 71–72).孔子 - Kong Zi孔夫子 - Kong Fuzi (Kung Fu-Tzu)
Filial piety and fraternal submission!— are they not the root of all benevolent actions?'
Man. Right from the get go we have Dentological family ethics : No explanation Why and how .
Adam Smithцитирует17 дней назад
I daily examine myself on three points:— whether, in transacting business for others, I may have been not faithful;— whether, in intercourse with friends, I may have been not sincere;— whether I may have not mastered and practised the instructions of my teacher.'
Intresting emphasis on honesty , even with friends .
Adam Smithцитирует17 дней назад
The Master said, 'A youth, when at home, should be filial, and, abroad, respectful to his elders. He should be earnest and truthful. He should overflow in love to all, and cultivate the friendship of the good. When he has time and opportunity, after the performance of these things, he should employ them in polite studies
... It seems there's more than just Strict family and social role and hard work .