Chinese name Kong Zi or K'ung Fu-tse. 551–479 bc, Chinese philosopher and teacher of ethics (see Confucianism). His doctrines were compiled after his death under the title The Analects of Confucius
Confucius in American English
(kənˈfjuʃəs)
(L. name of K'ung Fu-tzu) 551?-479? b.c.; Chin. philosopher & teacher