It was more of a guide to show people how to behave, which meant doing what was ethical. Confucius, the mastermind behind Confucianism, was disillusioned with the way the government system was run. This turmoil led him to create the moral code. Great value was placed on virtue and education. Eventually, his teachings became the foundation of spiritual and ethical being throughout China. He taught from the Analects. He left no writings so the Dialogues were retold by his disciples. Being a follower of Confucianism meant following what Confucius had to say. This is what this religion told its people to do, simply to obey. Confucius taught that people should lead a righteous life, educate themselves, and make contributions so that society can improve. In one part of his teachings, from the Analects, he notes that someone with superiority must respect his elders, be just, and maintain relationships with those who mean well. These sayings simply showed that all he wanted was for all of his people to set a great example. Confucius believed in five key relationships as a way to place people in society. These relationships were ruler and subject, father and son, husband and wife, older brother and younger brother, friend and friend. This shed light on the importance of family respect and loyalty. He insisted that people also learn five important virtues. These virtues included Ren, who