Why do people visit the Temple of Confucius?

To seek the footprints and to feel the wisdom of Confucius – the great master of oriental philosophy, visitors should visit the Temple of Confucius as well as Cemetery of Confucius and Kong Family Mansion.

How do you get to Confucius Temple Taipei?

Public： Take THSR (or TRA) to Taipei Station, transfer Taipei MRT to Yuanshan Station, transfer Taipei City Bus Red 33 to Dalongdong Bao’an Temple stop. Take THSR (or TRA) to Taipei Station, transfer Taipei MRT to Daqiaotou Station, transfer Taipei City Bus 2, 9, 41, 215, 288 to Dalongdong Bao’an Temple stop.

What is unique about Confucian temples?

Unlike Taoist or Buddhist temples, Confucian temples do not normally have images. In the early years of the temple in Qufu, it appears that the spirits of Confucius and his disciples were represented with wall paintings and clay or wooden statues. Official temples also contained images of Confucius himself.

What is in the Temple of Confucius?

The Great Temple of Confucius in the town was built in 1724. Inside the large ceremonial hall of the temple is a large statue of Confucius, surrounded by statues of his disciples.

What do you sacrifice in Confucianism?

Three kinds of sacrifice have been observed by the Confucian tradition: sacrifices to Heaven, to ancestors, and to the sages.

Does Confucianism have a holy book?

Confucianism – Sacred Texts Includes Analects, Mencius, Xunzi, Great Learning and Doctrine of the Mean.

How do Confucianism dispose of the dead?

When they die, bury them according to ritual and sacrifice to them according to ritual” (Waley 1989. 1989. The Analect of Confucius.

What do Confucianism believe happens after death?

The Confucian concepts of death are closely associated with ancestor worship and extend from filial piety. Like Taoism, Confucius agreed that death is a natural part of the life span, but he disagreed that the spirit of the dead preoccupies the living.

Does Confucianism have a God?

There are no Confucian gods, and Confucius himself is worshipped as a spirit rather than a god. However, there are temples of Confucianism, which are places where important community and civic rituals happen. This debate remains unresolved and many people refer to Confucianism as both a religion and a philosophy.

What is the Taipei Confucius temple like?

The Taipei Confucius Temple is modeled after the original Confucius Temple in Qufu, China. In keeping with the sober spirit of Confucianism, the building is appropriately austere. Visitors also won’t find the spring couplets common at other types of temples.

How far in advance should I book my Taipei Confucius Temple tour?

We recommend booking Taipei Confucius Temple tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 8 Taipei Confucius Temple tours on Tripadvisor

Is the Confucius Temple worth visiting?

The Confucius Temple is located right by the Baoan Temple, making it extremely suitable for visiting both at once. There are tons of street food right across the temple and the MRT isn’t too far away. Bonus: You can also walk over the Dadaocheng area, which is also a fun area filled with historical significance.