Step into Qufu, China – the birthplace of Confucius – and you’ll find more than ancient temples. At the Nishan World Civilization Forum, CGTN’s Merna discovers how the philosopher’s 2,500-year-old ideas are sparking fresh conversations in our TikTok era. 🎤
🔍 From "Isn’t it a joy to have friends from afar?" to discussions on AI ethics, creators from the U.S., India, and beyond are reimagining Confucian values like harmony and mutual respect. One American content creator joked: "Confucius would’ve crushed LinkedIn with his wisdom quotes." 💡
🌐 The episode dives into how The Analects resonate with Gen Z’s hunger for meaningful connection. As Indian poet Aarav Sharma puts it: "His teachings aren’t relics – they’re cheat codes for building bridges in polarized times."
📱 Bonus find: Young locals in Qufu are blending tradition with tech, using AR to bring Confucian classics to life. Because let’s face it – even ancient sages need a digital glow-up sometimes. ✨
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