1. Philosophies of China

2. What’s a philosophy?
the study of ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life, etc. To sum in all up… a set of ideas about how to live
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3. Confucianism

4. Origin
China during the Zhou Dynasty
B.C.

5. Founder Kung Fu-Tzu, or Confucius
Spoke of morals at a time in China when crime and violence were on the rise.

6. Principles
It is not a religion but rather is an ethical code dealing with the moral character of individuals, society, and government.
The primary goals are order, harmony, peace and happiness on earth.

7. Confucius believed that “man” is capable of achieving those goals through education, self-effort, and self-reflection.
The most important principles deal with the ideal standard of conduct that controls social actions.

8. What do these relationships require towards one another?
Parent-Child Husband-Wife Older/Younger Sibling Older/Younger Friend Ruler-Subject
What do these relationships require towards one another?
RESPECT

9. Diffusion Spread by his followers who held jobs in government.
These teachings spread to Korea and Japan.
These ideals eventually formed the basis for the civil service exam & became the foundation of Chinese education.

10. T(D)aoism

11. Origin
Grew from ancient Chinese philosophies that were merged into one basic teaching.
Grew from a reaction to the spread of Confucianism and Buddhism.

12. Founder
Lao-Tse
Tao (or Dao) means “The Way” (or the Path) and focuses on achieving balance and harmony in the universe, and in one’s life.

13. Principles
Taoism places a great emphasis on nature as an example of balance & demonstrates how to live.
Taoists believe in the idea of effortless doing which means to live in harmony with nature and avoid conflict.

14. Symbol most associated is Yin/Yang
reflects the ideals of harmony and balance.
Emphasizes the Three Jewels:
Compassion
Moderation
Humility

15. Diffusion The Tao Te Ching is the most important text.
Taoism has spread to areas surrounding China and has combined with the teachings of Buddhism & Shinto.