The concept of filial piety, which promotes absolute respect to elders, still remains important in contemporary Chinese society.

Does filial piety exist in the US?

Filial piety is thriving in the United States, and it's of the enlightened variety—of loving reciprocity.

Where is filial piety practiced?

Filial piety is considered a key virtue in Chinese and other East Asian cultures, and it is the main subject of many stories. One of the most famous collections of such stories is The Twenty-four Cases of Filial Piety (Chinese: 二十四孝; pinyin: Èrshí-sì xiào).