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Which ancient Chinese philosopher, whose sayings are collected in the 'Analects', emphasised morality, filial piety and the cultivation of the 'junzi' (gentleman)?
Answer: Confucius — Confucius (Kong Qiu, 551–479 BCE) never wrote his ideas down himself; the Analects (Lunyu) were compiled by his disciples after his death.
- A Laozi
- B Mencius
- C Sun Tzu
- D Confucius ✓
Confucius (Kong Qiu, 551–479 BCE) never wrote his ideas down himself; the Analects (Lunyu) were compiled by his disciples after his death.