Imagine chatting with Confucius via chatbot—no time machine required! At the 2025 Confucius Cultural Festival in Qufu, scholars and students worldwide did just that, engaging with an AI version of the ancient philosopher developed by CGTN. The digital sage speaks eight languages and dishes out wisdom on everything from love to geopolitics. 🧠💡
From ‘How do I find my purpose?’ to ‘What’s the key to global harmony?’, attendees tested the AI with burning questions. Answers blended classic Analects-style insights with modern relevance, proving that "ren" (benevolence) and algorithms can coexist. One user joked it’s like ‘ChatGPT with a Han Dynasty twist.’ 🏯✨
This fusion of tech and tradition aims to make Confucian philosophy accessible to Gen Z. As one student put it: ‘It’s wild how 2,500-year-old ideas about ethics still vibe with TikTok culture.’ 📱🌏
Could AI be the new bridge between Eastern wisdom and global youth? The project’s team hopes so—no subscription to ancient scrolls required.
