A Confucian shrine, Beijing

R e l i g i o n



One of the issues that has perplexed Sinologists for generations is whether or not Confucianism is, in some sense or other, a religion. In this section of the site, you will be able to explore arguments from all sides, as well as finding out the comparisons and contrasts with one major Western religion, Christianity. You will also be able to see how Confucianism has spread from China to other parts of the world - not only East Asia, but across the continents as well. Click the small yin-yang to return to the main menu.

"Heaven produced the virtue that is in me."

[Confucius, The Analects 7:22]