Refers to the philosophical and ethical system based on the teachings of Confucius, as studied and developed in East Asia.
During the Edo period, Confucianism was central to the education of samurai.
He studied Confucianism during the Edo period.
The teachings of Confucianism also influenced Japanese moral values.
Confucian circles; Confucian academic world
Confucian scholar; Confucianist
From 儒 (ju, 'Confucian') + 学 (gaku, 'learning, study'). The term refers to the scholarly tradition of Confucianism.