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Have you heard of Confucius? He is one of the greatest (teach) in Chinese history. He lived during the Spring and Autumn Period. He had a hard childhood. His father when he was only 3.His mother brought him up. As a child, he had to work to help his mother, but young Confucius didn't give up(study). He visited many famous teachers and learned music, history, poetry and sports. Later, he became a teacher and started the first private school in (China) history. At that time only children from noble (贵族的) families could go to school, but Confucius believed everyone should go to school if they wanted(learn).
Today, people still follow (Confucius) lessons. He told us that we all have something worthy to be learned. "When I am with three people, one of them must be (good) than me in some areas. I choose their good qualities and follow them." He also taught us that thinking is very important in study. "All study but no (think) makes people puzzled (困惑的)." Confucius is not only a great teacher, but also a famous thinker with wise thoughts about the world and society. His most important teachings are about kindness and good manners. "A person should be strict with(he), but be kind to others." he said.
People use his ideas (help) themselves and society. At present, more than 100 Internet websites are telling people about him, and his ideas have gone far into East and South Asia.
