The concept of Confucianism is considered a highly regarded and widely taught way of life by Confucius in the period between the 5th and 6th centuries BC. The Chinese have ardent believers, followers and practitioners of Confucianism since time immemorial, which is estimated to date back two millennia. The formation and foundation of the movement has been credited over the years to K'ung Fu-Tzu which means "master king". The foundations of Confucius are based on recovering the meaning of ancient rituals that seem to have been pushed into oblivion due to the changing world and ways of life, combined with the mixing of people with different backgrounds. The love for antiquities pushed Confucius to try to understand the reason for the persistence over the centuries of some beliefs such as veneration for the sky and mourning ceremonies. Thus, he saw himself as an environmentalist responsible for perpetuating the cultural values ​​and positive social norms that had been constructive in the civilization of the Chod Dynasty. Confucianism is mainly based on the traditions and traditions of the Shang, Xia and Zhou dynasties. it dominated feudal society which lasted practically 2000 years due to the great influence it had on history, society and social structure, as well as the Chinese people in general (Travel China Guide, 2011). As understood by the founder, Confucianism aimed to improve society and the individuals within it, therefore it educated people to be self-motivated and self-controlled and to enable people to take on their responsibilities which in turn would cultivate a better self and a harmonious society . developed in four phases which include in China: Proto Daoism-is cl...... middle of paper ......r is thought to settle for positioning in society as a supernatural endowment unlike the legalists and the Taoism as well as Marxists. Works Cited Chad Hansen, (2007). Taoism. Retrieved October 10, 2011, from http://plato.stanford.edu/entries/taoism/James Miller, (2009). Doism and Daoist studies. Oxford: A World Publication. Retrieved October 5, 2011, from http://ww.daoiststudies.org/dao.daoismSilicon Valley & Tornado Alley, (2011). Legalism and legalists of ancient China. Retrieved October 5, 2011, from http://www.applet-magic.com/legalism.htmTerence C., & Roxanna P., (2010). Indian caste system. Retrieved October 5, 2011, from http://www.csuchico.edu/~cheinz/syllabi/asst001/spring98/india.htmTravel China Guide, (2011). Confucianism. Retrieved October 10, 2011, from http://www.travelchinaguide.com/intro/religion/confucianism/