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    The document summarizes 5 symbols of Confucianism: 1) The Chinese character for scholar represents knowledge and self-awareness. 2) Yin-Yang symbolizes balance and opposites, used in both Confucianism and Taoism. 3) Confucius, as the founder of Confucianism, focused on moral conduct. 4) The character for water represents life and strength. 5) Li refers to correct behavior, manners, and politeness in Confucian philosophy.

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    5 SYMBOLS OF CONFUCIANISM

    1. Chinese Character for Scholar

    These Chinese character is made especially to


    represent and emphasize the importance of self-
    awareness and knowledge. There are other Chinese
    characters that can be translated as scholar but the
    “ru” character specifically refers to the scholar
    Confucius.

    2. Yin-Yang
    The fourth symbol Yin-Yang is said to be common in
    other forms of Chinese religion. The general meaning of
    this symbol is that the circle represents a whole, while the
    halves and dots depict opposites, interactions or balance.
    This symbol is specially used in Taoism but it is also used in
    Confucianism.

    3. Confucius

    Confucius became one of those symbols obviously because he is


    the founder of the religion. Confucius is a ancient philosopher that
    is interested on people's moral conduct in his time. This interest
    led him into forming set beliefs and values that nowadays, we
    know as the moral stance of Confucianism.

    4. Chinese Character for Water


    The most likely to be recognized as their trademark
    is the Chinese character of water. First of all, Chinese
    philosophers and believers of Confucianism see it as a source of life and it is an absolute
    necessity that primarily gives strength and rest. It is viewed as a life source. Which is the
    most important factor for a man to live.

    5. Li

    Li is a Chinese word that is commonly used in Chinese


    philosophy. It is particularly used in Confucianism. According to
    the World Religions, Li refers to the correct behavior, worship,
    good manners and politeness.

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