I believe order is better than chaos, creation better than destruction. I prefer gentleness to violence, forgiveness to vendetta. On the whole I think that knowledge is preferable to ignorance, and I am sure that human sympathy is more valuable than ideology. I believe that in spite of the recent triumphs of science, men haven't changed much in the last two thousand years; and in consequence we must try to learn from history. . Kenneth Clark
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Confucius, also known as Kung Fu Tzu (551-479 BC), was the spiritual leader of China for three centuries. He is most famous for his work "Analects." Confucius's philosophy is often called Confucianism. It is based on the belief that good people should be led by wise people. If the government doesn't do this, it will not be good for the people.

Confucianism has inspired many Asian countries to be nice, peaceful countries. Although its teachings are abstract, Confucianism stresses morality and respect for elders.

Source: Civilisation

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