Origins
Confucianism originated from the teachings of Confucius. He tried to use his teachings in government. Confucius tried to implement his teachings when he was helping out the Lu state. Early in his adult life, Confucius spread his teachings while he was working as a teacher for the sons of noble families. Confucius wrote 5 books called the five Confucian classics of ancient texts that helps you understand what the values and beliefs are of Confucianism. He believed in 3 values righteousness, compassion and justice. He than governed a small town which he than ruled using his method, Confucianism. After Confucius died, Mencius and Xunzi spread Confucius's teachings. Confucianism spread to the Han Dynasty, and became the official culture. Now more than 6 million people follow Confucius's idea/ Philosophy.