Upon reading this unit, I had noticed that the main topic revolves around the relationship between men and women; to be more specific, marriage through the lens of Confucianism. In old Chinese teachings, it is said that the woman has a duty of being subservient to her male counterpart. This obedience and loyalty are to be expected with the woman, even through the death of the husband. It is understandable on why this teaching had such a major impact during its time (especially within Chinese society) for the reasoning that this theme of men being “above” women were very common around the world; prior to women’s rights movements beginning. However, looking at this through a modern societal perspective, this is just plain wrong. Gender/sex should not be a determinant in a majority of items; rights being included. In the piece, it is practically stating that men and women are not able to coexist. Even children above the age of seven are unable to sit or eat together if they are the opposite gender. Although I heavily disagree with this aspect of his teachings, I would like to give Confucius the benefit of the doubt as he lived in a “feudal age”. The ideas that were being promoted were considered normal at the time and even seemed correct. However, some that practice older viewpoints/religions (?) similar to Confucianism will continue to adapt these outdated ethics.