Why did Ming and Qing emperors embrace neo-Confucianism?
ANeo-Confucianism was easily compatible with Christianity as explained by the Jesuits.
BNeo-Confucianism emphasized self-discipline, filial piety, and obedience to the ruler which paralleled the Ming and Qing emperors' goal of maintaining a stable empire.
CNeo-Confucianism reduced the powerful eunuchs by stressing the importance of family and family values in guiding the empire.
DNeo-Confucianism promoted the role of merchants and commerce as desirable professions which in turn enriched royal treasuries.
ANeo-Confucianism was easily compatible with Christianity as explained by the Jesuits.
BNeo-Confucianism emphasized self-discipline, filial piety, and obedience to the ruler which paralleled the Ming and Qing emperors' goal of maintaining a stable empire.
CNeo-Confucianism reduced the powerful eunuchs by stressing the importance of family and family values in guiding the empire.
DNeo-Confucianism promoted the role of merchants and commerce as desirable professions which in turn enriched royal treasuries.