1. Thursday is here and so are we.
Answer the following on your bell work paper.
1. Which of the following best describes the effect of China’s geography and how it helped shape its culture? 6.32
The geography isolated and protected China, which helped create a strong sense of independence
The geography made it easy to trade with other people
The geography left them open to outside invasion
The geography did not play a major role in shaping China’s culture.
2. Which Dynasty is considered the first official dynasty of China? 6.31
Xia B. Shang
C. Zhou D. Qin

2. Society and Culture in Ancient China
Chapter 7.2

3. Objectives
SPI 6.33 Analyze the structure of the Zhou Dynasty and the emergence of Daoism, Confucianism, and Legalism
SPI 6.34 Identify the political and cultural patterns prevalent in the time of Confucius and how he sought to solve them

4. Chinese Philosophies 3 major philosophies Confucianism Daoism Legalism
Main Goal was to create a well-run and peaceful society

5. What Ideas Did Confucius Teach?
Confucianism was based on teaching of Confucius
Criticized kings
Urged people to follow ancestors
Tried to bring peace and harmony to China
Duty is central idea of Confucianism
Parents love children
Children respect parents
Rulers should rule justly

6. The Influence of Confucius
Confucius believed the government service should be open to men of ability
Sayings of Confucius called The Analects
His ideas continued to shape Chinese society until 1900s

7. The Philosophy of Daoism
Daoism promoted a peaceful society
Began with the ideas of Laozi
Believes people should free themselves from worldly desires and live simply
Turn to nature and the Dao-the spiritual force that guides all things
This will cause people to live a happy life

8. Confucianism vs Daoism
Confucius taught people should work hard to make the world better
Daoism taught people to turn away from worldly affairs and live in harmony with nature

9. Legalism Legalism-School of Law Believes humans are evil
Strict laws and harsh punishment were necessary to force people to do their duty
EMPHASIZED FORCE

10. Ancient Chinese Philosophies
Confucianism
Legalism
Daoism
Founder
Confucius
Hanfeizi
Laozi
Beliefs
Family values
Knowing your place in society
Positions in government should be based on merit not hereditary
People are born wicked
Must be taught proper behavior through punishment and rewards
Aristocrats favored this belief
In search of the Dao
Finding peace with nature
Searching for harmony with nature

11. P49 Philosophies

12. Part 3: Demonstrate your Understanding
Imagine that it is 250 BCE. The ruler of a small kingdom has sent three advisors to learn about the three philosophies. Upon their return, he asks them, “What should I do to rule well?”
What would each tell the king? Write a quote that represents each philosophy.
Confucianism:
Daoism:
Legalism: