A theme of the documentary was the contradiction that seemed to run through Confucius's life. The primary instance was his duplicity in being a champion for freedom and equality; yet simultaneously owning hundreds of slaves. To compound matters; Confucius also harbored complex racist tendencies; although not in a malicious way. Given his time period; I don't know that these pitfalls taint his reputation; but they definitely tint it a darker hue.

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