The Influence of Confucianism on Chinese Culture and Government
- Bureaucracy included 18 different ranks of civil service: jobs which were government jobs
- Came from a man named Confucius who thought of many ways in which the people could live in a more peaceful and organized society
- The goal of Confucianism is to make a superior society based on morals and values.
- Taught men to be respectful, generous, truthful, diligent and kind. These were all desirable traits for a government worker
- People went away to study Confucius works, then took an exam to be able to apply for a job
- Anyone could take the exams, but not many could afford to educate their children
- Confucianism was a strong influence in Chinese culture until 1912
- People who were loyal followers were rewarded