The Analects of Confucius records a large number of examples of character criticism.Character criticism in The Analects of Confucius is the efficient way that Confucius expounds their views,which cultivate and educate people.Character criticism is consistent with principle of education evaluation that Confucius makes no social distinctions in teaching and teaches students in accordance with their aptitude.According to each student's personality,he analyzes and evaluates the full range of the students character to inspire them.At the same time,the evaluation method of The Analects of Confucius is flexible and effective.The main methods of character criticism in The Analects of Confucius are personal evaluation,article evaluation and ranking,metaphor,category and word rating.