Critical Thinking Questions
1. Compare and contrast the thoughts of Confucius and Mencius.
2. What is ancestor worship? What role does it play in Confucianism? What are the practices associated with it?
3. Why is ren important for Confucius? Do you think this value has importance in the world today?
4. Is Confucianism a philosophy or religion? What are the arguments on each side of this debate?
5. Describe one ritual or rite of passage that takes place in Confucianism. Compare and contrast that rite to how it is performed in another of the religions you have studied.
