Confucianism too came from China, in the twelfth century. According to Confucianism, relationships between human beings are the basis of society: we must respect our ancestors, our relatives, and our superiors. The values of loyalty, justice, and honor are also central. Today, the Japanese still bear Confucianism in their minds, for they highly

I give hard work, loyalty and steadfastness. I swallow my frustrations and suppress my impulse to do what I would enjoy and do what is expected of me instead. I do not put myself first; I put the needs of others ahead of my own. I give a lot, but what I get in return is worth it. I receive an ever-growing standard of

First, among the Ten Commandments, there is this one: “Honor your father and your mother” (Exod. 20:12; Deut. 5:16). It does not say, “obey” your father, but “respect” your mother. It does not make any hierarchy or even distinction between parents. It commands “honor” alike to both. Next, in the biblical book of Proverbs there are over a dozen