Confucianism and Marxism Clash in Ideology of Communist Party of China
The article explores how Marxism and Confucianism have influenced the ideology of the Communist Party of China. It delves into the historical, philosophical, and epistemological aspects of this relationship. The development of Confucianism, its clash with Marxism, and Mao Zedong's contributions to Chinese Marxism are discussed. The establishment of the Communist Party in 1921 and the People's Republic of China in 1949 are highlighted. The shift from Confucianism to Marxism during Mao's leadership, the introduction of the Socialist Market Economy by Deng Xiaoping, and the resurgence of Neo-Confucianism are also examined. The current CPC leadership's incorporation of Confucian principles for social harmony and the construction of socialism with Chinese characteristics are emphasized.