Confucianism has had a profound impact on ancient Chinese societies. It was once governmental policy to adopt Confucian principles in order to better oneself in society. Most people did not successfully complete the exams. Society saw education as social mobility. At the local level schools, Confucian philosophy and ethics were required of every student.
Confucianism became a major system of thought in Ancient China, developed from the teachings of Confucius and his disciples, and concerned with the principles of good conduct, practical wisdom, and proper social relationships. Throughout the feudal societies, it almost became dominant thinking.
