Confucius (孔子) c. 551 – c. 479 BCE), born Kong Qiu (孔丘) was a Chinese philosopher who is known today for his teachings in morality, kindness and belief in rulers reigning by virtue.
Praise for Confucius: ""I have read his books with attention; I have made extracts from them; I have found in them nothing but the purest morality, without the slightest tinge of charlatanism."" – Voltaire