In Confucian philosophy, filial piety is a virtue of respect for one's
father, elders, and ancestors. The book, a conversation between Confucius and
his student Zeng Shen is about how to set up a good society using the principle
of filial piety.
In more general terms, filial piety means to be good to one's parents; to
take care of one's parents; to engage in good conduct not just towards parents
but also outside the home so as to bring a good name to one's parents and
ancestors; to perform the duties of one's job well so as to obtain the material
means to support parents as well as carry out sacrifices to the ancestors; not
be rebellious;
show love, respect and support; display courtesy; ensure male heirs, uphold
fraternity among brothers; wisely advise one's parents, including dissuading
them from moral unrighteousness; display sorrow for their sickness and death;
and carry out sacrifices after their death.
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