Analysis of Elements in Modern Taiwanese Society that Preserve Traditional Confucian Values

Authors

Benjamin J. Coffin, Brigham Young University
Dr. Edward Enhua Peng, Brigham Young University
Dr. Gary S. Williams, Brigham Young University

Keywords

modern Taiwanese society, traditional Confucian values, moral standard

College

Humanities

Department

Asian and Near Eastern Languages

Abstract

The deterioration of society based on a definitive moral standard has become a global phenomenon. Social structures that were once reinforced by strong moral standards are being bombarded by an onslaught of dubious social norms and standards. Taiwan, an island traditionally rich in moral Confucian thought, is no exception to this phenomenon. Despite this trend, however, Taiwanese people, on the whole, still maintain a moral standard based on Confucian thought. Education, filial piety, etiquette, and human courtesy—all major thrusts of Confucian philosophy—are still evident in Taiwan’s modern society. The question remains: What exactly are the elements in Taiwanese society that preserve the Confucian philosophy?

Recommended Citation

Coffin, Benjamin J.; Peng, Dr. Edward Enhua; and Williams, Dr. Gary S. (2013) "Analysis of Elements in Modern Taiwanese Society that Preserve Traditional Confucian Values," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 631.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/631