However, you have to admit that it had huge influence over both development of certain social norms and Chinese political philosophy.Confucianism wasn't really the religion of China or even the sole philosophy adhered to by many people, so it's lack would make for a lot of cultural changes but not necessary make it more susceptible to foreign influence. I imagine Taoism might benefit however.
How, do you think, Chinese civilization could develop without influence of Master Kong's teachings? Would their lack be beneficial for the spread of foreign philosophies and religions or would they be replaced by another Chinese system of beliefs?