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Present a character sketch of a person who

personifies the Confucian virtues


Prepared by; CAGUIOA
Jen & Li - Confucian Virtues

• Jen and li are central concepts in Confucian ethics and form the
first two of what are commonly called the "Five Constant Virtues"
of Confucianism. Confucian philosophy emphasizes the role of
moral development in determining who is fit to govern and lead
society. As such, it focuses not only on adherence to rules and
principles, but also the proper cultivation of moral character in all
who would be governors.
Jen

• Jen (pronounced "ren") is translated into English as "humanity" or


"humaneness." It is the highest Confucian principle. People
cultivated by it are humane individuals who exhibit benevolence
and care toward others. They are motivated by a deep empathy
for others - what might be called "human-heartedness."
LI

• Li is a companion virtue to jen in many respects - the other side of


the same coin, so to speak. It is translated as "ritual" "propriety"
or "etiquette." It is this dimension of Confucian philosophy and
ethics that makes it "religious" more than anything else - the
element of ritual.
What are the 5 virtues of Confucianism?
Confucius Again: The Five Virtues

• Ren is the virtue of benevolence, charity, and humanity;


• Yi, of honesty and uprightness;
• Zhi, knowledge;
• Xin, the virtue of faithfulness and integrity;
• Li, correct behavior, or propriety, good manners, politeness,
ceremony, worship

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