Prothero opens this chapter with some American false impressions of Confucianism and claims, “Confucianism, it seems, is a joke.” (pg 101). Why is this a misreading and understanding of the Confucian tradition? After having read the chapter and listened to the various lectures, comment on some of the new insights, applications, and even critiques of the Confucian project from your own perspective. Try to comment on the following

Role of Tradition
Importance of relationships and community
Ethics and behavior
Education and Self Improvement
Social Mobility and Gender Equity
Any other aspects of interest in your review