Philosophy
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The Life and Philosophies of Confucius
Confucius (551-479 B.C.), the founder of the philosophy known as Confucianism, was a Chinese sage and teacher who spent his life concerned with practical moral values. He was named Kong Qiu at birth and was also known as Kong Fuzi, Kong Zi, K'ung Ch'iu, or Master Kong. The name Confucius is a transliteration of Kong Fuzi, and it was first used by Jesuit scholars who visited China and learned about him in the 16th century AD.
2015 World Day of Peace Message: 'No Longer Slaves, but Brothers and Sisters.'
The 2015 World Day of Peace Message of Pope Francis was released on Wednesday. The theme for the 48th Message for Peace is “No Longer Slaves, but Brothers and Sisters.” The full text is below....
The wabi-sabi way to a healthy lifestyle
No, it's not a new type of sushi or another form of the martial arts. Wabi Sabi is about accepting the impermanence of life, as well as our own imperfections — with strong implications for how we approach getting — and staying — fit.
The Vietnamese philosophy of life
The philosophy of life of the Vietnamese bears the deep imprint of the various religions in the country. The Buddhist influence can be discerned in the view of life on earth as something transient and unstable. 'Life is but an empty dream,' and all worldly riches, honors, and positions are temporary ...