Confucius was a man who was perfect for his time. He lived in Ancient China during the Warring Period, also known as the Spring and Autumn Era, a time of great conflict and change. It was also a period of enlightenment that elevated great thinkers and philosophers throughout China and the world. Confucius considered himself a man of "low birth" but rose to walk with men of a higher station, performing duties as a statesman and a diplomat. He taught thousands of students from all backgrounds, including men of nobility. He inspired admiration from his disciples, so much so that they highlighted his teachings and philosophies into a movement that bore his name, Confucianism, which has continued to inspire others with insightful philosophies and teachings for centuries to the present day. Confucius is known to history as a man of great intellect and insight. He is quoted frequently and has been, and still is, an inspiration to millions of people. He is genuinely one of the greatest thinkers, and we will explore his life, teachings, and impact in this fifth book of the Be a Great Thinker series Confucius, a scholar, a statesman, and a sage.