Author(s)

Cui Gu ¹, Zhongmin Li ²

Affiliation(s)

¹ Furong Colloge, Hunan University of Arts & Science, Changde, Hunan, 415000 China
² School of Foreign Languages, Hunan University of Arts & Science, Changde, Hunan, 415000 China

Corresponding Author

Cui Gu

ABSTRACT

Filial piety is a key concept in Confucianism, which emphasizes respect for authority, social harmony, and proper conduct. This study explores the Confucian ideal of filial piety and its impact on Chinese family governance, starting with exploring the concept of filial piety in Confucianism. It then delves into the historical development and evolution of Chinese family governance, the traditional roles and responsibilities of family members, and the impact of filial piety on Chinese family governance. Finally, the influence of filial piety on contemporary Chinese family governance was discussed, including the challenges to traditional family governance and the role of filial piety in shaping Chinese family governance today. This study highlights the enduring importance of filial piety in Chinese culture and its ongoing influence on family governance in modern China. It shows that filial piety remains a fundamental value that shapes family relationships, social norms, and cultural identity in China today.

KEYWORDS

Filial piety, Confucianism, Chinese family, Family governance

CITE THIS PAPER

Cui Gu, Zhongmin Li, The Confucian Ideal of Filial Piety and Its Impact on Chinese Family Governance. Journal of Sociology and Ethnology (2023) Vol. 5: 45-52. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/jsoce.2023.050208.

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