the five constant virtues of Confucianism
Refers to the five cardinal Confucian virtues: 仁 (benevolence), 義 (righteousness/justice), 礼 (propriety/politeness), 智 (wisdom), and 信 (fidelity/trustworthiness). A technical term used in discussions of Confucian ethics.
In Confucianism, it is considered important to uphold the five constant virtues.