The Analects of Confucius (论语) was written between 479 BCE - 221 BCE and serves as a central text of Confucianism. It is a collection of recollections / stories pertaining to Confucius by his former students. Through these stories, one can see Confucius' ideas on a wide range of topics, e.g. propriety, filial piety, governance, morality, etc.
Prior to the rise & creation of the PRC in 1949, the Analects were studied by most Chinese students in mainland China, and one was not considered "educated" unless he or she had read Confucius' works.
There is a great respect for educators in China, and this tradition dates back to Confucius.
Excerpt: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8i3q5LyiKs
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