CONFUCIANISM AND CHINESE NATIONALISM

Abstract

This study will discuss the contemporary resurgence of Confucianism in terms of Chinese nationalism. The study will emphasize the fact that Confucianism is one of the most important ideologies that can be linked with Chinese culture, and that Confucianism can never be separated from Chinese culture. The theoretical framework what Confucianism and the history of Confucianism will be briefly explained in order to give the background knowledge of Confucianism. The methodology of this study is document analysis. Statements of Confucius in the book called Lunyu which is compiled by the disciples of Confucius after he died will be elucidated. This is a very famous book that includes many sayings of Confucius in Chinese culture. The book Lunyu should be studiously analyzed in order to fully comprehend the teachings of Confucius. Moreover, how the Chinese government imposes Confucianism on its people will also be discussed. The fact that the Chinese government used Confucianism in order to mitigate multifarious issues in politics and education will also be discussed. Apart from these issues, the fact that the Chinese government availed of Confucianism in order to bring harmony to the society will also be emphasized. This study is crucial in terms of understanding Confucianism and the roles that it played in Chinese Nationalism and society. The fundamental finding which is obtained in the conclusion of this study is the fact that Confucianism is part of Chinese Nationalism.