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Ancient China

Four dynastic cycles – Shang, Zhou, Qin and Han Dynasty – family of kings Ruling dynasty began to falter, usually another one arose and the pattern started anew

The Evolution of Chinese Writing during the Shang Pictographs Semantic-Phonetics – Written Language

Zhou Dynasty (1027 – 256 BCE) Ruled through alliances with regional Princes. Extended territory to Yangzi River and promoted standard Mandarin Chinese language. China’s feudal period Extended the territory “Middle Kingdom” – China’s core – rich land between Huang He to Yangtze – wheat and rice growing “Mandate of Heaven” – justification for Chinese imperial rule Confucianism and Taoism appear during this dynasty The Yellow River or Huang He, received it name “River of Sorrow” because it often flooded and destroyed crops Oracle Bones A way to communicate with the ancestors. Animal bonds were carved with questions, then heated or broken. A priest then interpreted the breaks.

The Mandate of Heaven 1. The leader must lead by ability and virtue. 2. The dynasty's leadership must be justified by succeeding generations. 3. The mandate could be revoked by negligence and abuse; the will of the people was important. 4. The Chinese later expanded this idea to explain the dynastic cycle, when ruler became weak or corrupt, Heaven withdrew its Mandate and gave it to another ruler.

Confucianism Concerned with worldly goals, social order, and good government H armony exists when people accept their place in society 5 key relationships Father to son Elder brother to younger brother H usband to wife Ruler to subject Friend to friend

Confucius, China’s most influential philosopher, taught that harmony resulted when people accepted their place in society. Confucianism – Stressed the values of filial piety, loyalty to superiors and respect for inferiors, honesty, hard work, and concern for ethics. Confucius, c. 551- 478 B.C.E. – Chinese philosopher who wrote an elaborate political philosophy that became the core of China’s cultural and political thinking for centuries. Those who adopted his teachings saw him not as a deity bust as a master of ethics. Confucius

Daoism (Taoism) Sought to live in harmony with nature       Daoism (Taoism) Sought to live in harmony with nature You are at harmony with the Tao only when you accomplish “not-doing” Reject conflict and strife Founded by Lao Tzu Yin is the darker element; it is passive, dark, feminine, downward-seeking, and corresponds to the night. Often symbolized by water or earth Yang is the brighter element; it is active, light, masculine, upward-seeking and corresponds to the day. Often symbolized by fire or wind. “When you are content to be simply yourself and don’t compare and compete, everybody will respect you” - Tao Te Ching

Warring States Period 402-201 B. C. E Warring States Period 402-201 B.C.E. – period when the Zhou system disintegrated, it is during this time period that we see the new philosophy of “Legalism” arise Qin dynasty takes over Qin Shi Huangdi –First emperor – characterized by centralizations of state rule elimination of local and regional competitors Yangzi River Valley Expanded boundaries of China to include Hong Kong The Great Wall of China was built in this era

Legalism Legalist disdained Confucian virtues in favor of authoritarian state that was ruled by force. For legalists, human nature was evil and required restraint and discipline- the army would control and the people labor- in the perfect state.

Qin Dynasty 221 – 206 BCE Shi Huangdi - “First Emperor” Standardized weights and measurements Roads, canals, and Great Wall of China Book burning Heavy taxes, forced labor, cruel politics

Terra Cotta Warriors – During Qin Dynasty

Terra-Cotta Army

The Han dynasty: (202 B. C. E. – 220 C. E The Han dynasty: (202 B.C.E. – 220 C.E.) – Followed the Qin dynasty Chinese considered themselves - “People of the Han” Era generally characterized by stability, prosperity, and peace. Contemporary often compared to the Roman Empire. Han Rulers strengthened Chin’s government, expanded China’s borders and Influenced and opened up the Silk Road, a major trade route that would link China and the west for centuries.

The Great Wall – started during the Qin dynasty The Han period was one of the golden ages of Chinese civilization with tremendous advances in the sciences, astronomy, technology, medicine and the arts. Paper was invented Ox-drawn plows and new collar Pulleys and winding gear

Wu Ti, 140 -87 B.C.E Enforced peace throughout most of the continent of Asia Supported Confucianism and established shrines to promote worship of the ancient philosopher as a god. Wu Ti, 140-87 B.C.E. was the most famous Han ruler. 1. He enforced peace throughout most of the continent of Asia, rather like the Pax Romana of one hundred years later. 2 Han rule time of peace and prosperity for China 3. Urged support of Confucianism and established shrines to promote worship of the ancient philosopher as a god.

Demise of the Han Dynasty The Huns, a nomadic people from central Asia overturned the Han dynasty and occupied China from 220 C.E. until 531 C.E. Between 220 and 589 China was in a state of chaos. By the time stability restored the classical and formative period of Chinese civilization had ended. A nomadic people from North central Asia. Organized into hordes, indomitable horsemen. They first appeared in the third century B. C. E. when the Great Wall of China was built to keep them out. They occupied China from the third century to 531 C. E. About 372 they invaded the Volga Valley and advanced west push the Ostrogoths and Visagoths before them., thus starting the waves of migration that destroyed the Roman Empire In 432 they forced Emperor Theodosius II to pay tribute to Attila from his head quarter in Hungary, levied tribute in nearly all central and eastern Europe but was defeated in Gaul in 451. The Huns withdrew after his death and little is know of their later movements.

The Fall of the Han Dynasty Warlords Tax burden leads to rebellion Canals and roads in disrepair Divided into 3 kingdoms Invaders Reigns short and violent Nomad mercenaries

Era of Divisions The demise of the Han Dynasty and occupation of China by the Huns resulted in a chaotic time known as the Era of Divisions that lasted from 220 C.E. until 531 C.E.

Religion and Culture Role of education – achieve social ends Confucianism – ethical system based on relationships and personal virtue, predominant philosophy Legalism – countered Confucianism – authoritarian state and harsh rule Daoism – harmony with nature and humble living. Laozi – was Daoism founder Art – decorative, carved jade and ivory, silk screens, calligraphy Science/math – Astronomy important

Economy and Society Economy focused on agriculture Sharp class division existed – a. landowning aristocracy and educated bureaucrats b. Laboring masses, peasants c. Mean People – unskilled labor Extensive internal trade Social China – tight family structure was valued A. Hierarchical B Deferential C Patriarchal

Chinese Civilization Fits Together Politics and culture meshed around Confucian bureaucracy Economic innovation –emphasis on order and stability and family structure L ittle outside contact – Large island of civilization (China), surrounded by barbarians with nothing to offer Divergence in philosophies of Confucianism, Daoism and eventually Buddhism. Synthesis of Chinese life accounts for durability

Global Connections: Classical China and the World L ongest lasting in world history Best-run bureaucracy and technologies Source of the world’s largest trade network, the Silk Road. Silk Road networks provided the framework for later global trading patterns

Achievements Astronomers-used stars and planets to improve calendar and timekeeping Seismograph invented Acupuncture Paper making Ship building Bronze work and silk making