Kong Qiu or Kong Fuzi (meaning grand master Kong), popularly known as Confucius, was born on the 28th of September 551 BC in Zou, Lu State, near present-day Shandong Province, China, and passed away in 479 BC.
Do you know that Confucius has 2 million known and registered descendants with most of them living outside China?
A Chinese teacher, politician and philosopher of Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history, Confucius’s writings are founded in Chinese traditions and customs. His works highlighted the importance of social correctness, sincerity in one’s work and personal morality.
Famous Quote: “When anger rises, think of the consequences.”
