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Confucianism is the ideological essence tempered in the historical development of Chinese civilization. It values ​​the cooperation and interaction of individuals, families and society, and emphasizes the life practice of love, sincerity and trust. It has been responsible for leading the direction of personal life and stabilizing the family in the turbulent history. The mission of the country. Although it was temporarily misunderstood and rejected by people in the complex cultural shocks of modern times, after the dust of history has been washed and settled, both China and foreign countries have once again recognized the precious and eternal value of Confucianism. In the second half of the twentieth century, the outstanding performance of Chinese in economy, technology, education, and art can be attributed to the long-term and subtle effects of Confucianism. Moreover, even with the rise of East Asian countries on the world stage, researchers have focused on the stable value foundation of the "Confucian cultural circle." This shows that Confucianism is not only the common spiritual root of the "Chinese cultural circle," and its profound humanistic care and sincere practical education have also been recognized by the world as having universal significance and value.

          Although Taiwan is not the center of dissemination of Confucianism in terms of its geographical location, in all stages of historical development, as immigrants moved in, Confucianism followed the footsteps of the ancestors and took root in this land. In its heyday, there were many academies and poetry societies all over Taiwan. Even in the period of Japanese rule, people with lofty ideals combined Confucianism with religion in order to maintain the cultural lifeline, and promoted Confucianism by means of shantang lectures and spread of good books. Not only did they maintain the unification but also make Confucianism. Go deeper into the lives of the common people. After the liberation, although the political situation has been turbulent, local intellectuals such as Zhuang Chuisheng, Zhang Shenqi and others have become firmer in their belief in promoting Confucianism to invigorate the people's spirit. On the other hand, after 1949, a large number of Chinese intellectuals came to Taiwan to reflect on the political and cultural disasters of modern China. Qian Mu, Mou Zongsan, Xu Fuguan, Qu Wanli, Aixinjue Luo Yujun and others interpret the classics from new perspectives, and let Confucianism. Thinking out of the opportunity for development in the new era. In contrast to the situation in which Confucianism has developed after the frenzied political movement in mainland China, the development of Confucianism is waiting to be promoted, and Taiwan’s expectation of the "orthodox" inherited from Confucianism is not a boast.

          In recent years, Taiwan has actively promoted "internationalization" and "localization" at the same time. The critics may suspect that it is unreasonable. However, according to the past history, Confucianism has been deeply rooted in Taiwan, and it is in the hearts of the people. It is also East Asia and even As recognized by all countries in the world, isn't Confucianism the most beneficial resource for us to "base on Taiwan" and then "see the world"? Internally, it can not only alleviate the alienation and indifference caused by the over-development of the material and culture of the Chinese people, but externally, it can show the depth of Taiwan’s civilization beyond technological products, economics and trade, and coordinate its progress.

          As the political and economic center of Taiwan, Taipei City has always set the goal of developing a "characteristic international city". The citizens value the improvement of spiritual quality. There are abundant cultural and educational resources in the jurisdiction, such as universities, Confucian temples, and libraries at all levels, all of which inherit the feelings of predecessors. , Promote the in-depth research of Confucianism, implement the humanistic care and practice of Confucianism, and show the inherent good conditions of urban civilization. At the same time, we believe that to implement the practice of Confucianism in daily life, it must be integrated with basic education. The many outstanding teachers at all levels in Taipei City will also be the seeds of this ambition.  If we can make good use of all the advantages and promote Confucianism education and life practice in Taipei City, we can not only devote ourselves to material construction, but also bring out Taipei's unique spiritual civilization, so that Taipei City can show itself in major international cities. It blends the past and the past, deep and broad temperament and image, and can be used as a pioneering demonstration for Taiwan to promote Confucianism to the world. As the highest institution in University of Taipei, it has a long tradition of cultivating teachers and has a long-term and stable cooperative relationship with elementary and middle school teachers. In the process of transformation, it actively promotes Confucian research and promotion of professional teachers and expands book resources for development. Work hard to become a comprehensive university. We are willing to propose a vision, gather good relations, and contribute to the construction of Taipei’s urban civilization, the quality of life of citizens, and the process of Taiwan’s globalization. We plan to establish a "Confucianism Center" to promote the activation and popularization of Confucian students. The work of rooting in education and professional research is the unavoidable glory and responsibility entrusted to us by history.