China＇s traditional business cultureConfucian thought has had a profound influence on the way Chinese people do business. For example, ＂etiquette,＂ the basic element of Confucianism, originated from the ritual wors...China＇s traditional business cultureConfucian thought has had a profound influence on the way Chinese people do business. For example, ＂etiquette,＂ the basic element of Confucianism, originated from the ritual worship of, and sacrifice to, the ancestors. Later it developed into a set of moral rules based On kinship and hierarchy, and has been weaved into five interpersonal relations： those between ruler and subject, father and son, husband and wife, brothers and friends. Not only did it play a role in solidifying patriarchal-feudal relationship, but it is deeply rooted in the living habits and customs of today and has become a force which regulates social interactions and behaviors. Since ancient times, the principle that ＂an even temper brings wealth＂ has been an essential part of Confucianism.展开更多
文摘China＇s traditional business cultureConfucian thought has had a profound influence on the way Chinese people do business. For example, ＂etiquette,＂ the basic element of Confucianism, originated from the ritual worship of, and sacrifice to, the ancestors. Later it developed into a set of moral rules based On kinship and hierarchy, and has been weaved into five interpersonal relations： those between ruler and subject, father and son, husband and wife, brothers and friends. Not only did it play a role in solidifying patriarchal-feudal relationship, but it is deeply rooted in the living habits and customs of today and has become a force which regulates social interactions and behaviors. Since ancient times, the principle that ＂an even temper brings wealth＂ has been an essential part of Confucianism.
