Qigong has been cited in Confucian philosophy.
 In the Confucius scholar tradition, meditation is focused on humanity and virtue, with the aim of self-enlightenment
 Similar to its historical origin, those interested in qigong come from diverse backgrounds and practice it for different reasons, including for recreation, exercise, relaxation, preventive medicine, self-healing, alternative medicine, self-cultivation, meditation, spirituality, and martial arts training

