CHINA'S CONFUCIUS COMEBACK

Yu Dan, a former communications professor, has become a pop philosophy celebrity in China by interpreting Confucius' teachings for modern audiences. Her work has gained government support amid public dissatisfaction with corruption and rapid development. Confucius schools, which focus on classical texts, are emerging across China with strong backing. Parents and students see these schools as more beneficial than traditional education. The revival of Confucian teachings is also reflected in the restoration of historical sites like the Beijing Confucian Temple.

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