The word filial refers to something which is concerning to or applying to a son or a daughter. In other words, the word filial is used to describe someone who has or assumes the relation of an offspring.
The word is used in the Confucian concept of filial piety. Filial piety is one of the virtues which an individual should promote, that is, a love and respect for one's mother and father, as well as their predecessors.
In a more general context, filial piety refers to looking after one's parents, to be obedient, to display love and respect, not to be defiant or disloyal, to assure the birth of male heirs, to exhibit pain for the illness and death of one's parents and to execute sacrifices after their passing.
The word is used in the Confucian concept of filial piety. Filial piety is one of the virtues which an individual should promote, that is, a love and respect for one's mother and father, as well as their predecessors.
In a more general context, filial piety refers to looking after one's parents, to be obedient, to display love and respect, not to be defiant or disloyal, to assure the birth of male heirs, to exhibit pain for the illness and death of one's parents and to execute sacrifices after their passing.
