Confucius and the Aristocratic Maze: The Harsh Reality of His Career

Confucius is often seen as the great philosopher of ancient China, but few know the struggles he faced navigating the rigid aristocratic system of the Spring and Autumn period.
Was he truly a noble, or did he have to fight his way into the elite? This video uncovers the harsh realities of Confucius’s early career, his misunderstood official rank, and the strict hierarchy that shaped his world.
Discover how the complex feudal system of dukes, lords, and ministers dictated his fate and influenced his teachings.