Confucius: The Founder of Confucianism and His Enduring Legacy

Confucius was a philosopher, politician, and educator in the late Spring and Autumn period. He is the founder of Confucianism, which established a basic framework for Confucian studies. His core idea is 'Ren' (humaneness), which is expressed through 'Li' (ritual). His ideas have had a profound impact on Chinese traditional culture and beliefs. His wise sayings still shine with wisdom today, such as 'Learning without thought is labor lost; thought without learning is perilous.' Therefore, he is considered the greatest sage in Chinese history. 'The Analects' is the main material for studying Confucius.