Compare and Contrast Ancient Philosophy Essay China was built by three ancient philosophies. Each has its own meanings; each had its own ways of seeing the nature of human beings‚ society and the universe. These three philosophies were Legalism‚ Confucianism and Daoism. Although they each have many differences their purpose is the same‚ to make society better‚ to end conflict. Confucius started Confucianism. He felt that if rulers were honest and children respected their parents everything
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Confucianism and Daoism Confucian and Daoist views were important for the shaping and development of mankind in the past. They were views that existed among the eastern Asian countries. They had both similarities and differences in the way they shaped out self-knowledge and self-cultivation. Also there was other outside forces that played a major role in their theories. Nature and art were said to have helped shape the human race as we know it. Confucianism and Daoism seem to be complete polar
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Confucianism and Daoism The idea of the religion of Confucianism was developed by the Chinese philosopher Confucius. The idea of Confucianism is teaching a person to be able to have the power to make the most logical decisions on their own. It teaches its followers a greater meaning for life which then helps them to better understand death. As a religion it is a different kind of religion. It is taught to followers that there should be harmony between the ancestors‚ humanity and Heaven
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Confucianism and Daoism Even though he died in 479 B.C‚ Confucianism became one of the most influential thought systems of Chinese history through a small handful of devoted followers because they continued his legacy. These followers had to derive their own interpretations of his system that formulated what is now known as the Analects. Both Confucianism and Daoism disfavored harsh government. Both also accepted the presence of a supernatural entity without providing a clear explanation on
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Daoism vs. Confucianism Chosen Texts: Confucianism: 6. Harmony with the Universal Order. Taoism: 1. The Tao itself The sixth century represented a flourishing era for philosophical growth in ancient China. It is in the course of that period that Confucius and Lao-tzu‚ the two most significant Chinese spiritual figures‚ are believed to have lived and taught. The philosophies that they adapted‚ Taoism and Confucianism‚ coexisted in dynastic China‚ appealing numerous followers over the
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1121 Mid Term Essay Confucianism vs. Daoism Daoism (Taoism) and Confucianism are two of China’s oldest and most pervasive philosophies. They arose during roughly the same period in Chinese history‚ called the Hundred Schools of Thought. Both philosophies reflect this‚ as their overarching goals are to seek order and harmony in one’s life‚ relationship with society‚ and the universe. Confucianism evolved and spread around the same time as Taoism. However‚ Confucianism has developed from the
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nobility” (Ebery‚ 43). I consider the morality and structure of Confucianism to be a great strength. I believe that filial piety is important for family harmony and respecting your superiors is important in order to progress in society. In addition‚ doing good for the collective is a great philosophy to have and makes you think of your actions on a greater scope than just your individual life. However‚ the weaknesses of Confucianism today is that the belief in traditional roles are not as prevalent
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ideologies: Legalism and Confucianism. Legalism was a political philosophy that taught that a powerful and efficient government is key to maintain order and control over an empire. This ideology supports the fact that rulers should be strong and govern through force because people are naturally bad. Confucianism‚ on the other hand‚ was preached by a man named Confucius‚ who strongly believed that rulers should be virtuous and lead by a good example. Basically the whole idea behind Confucianism is to keep
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during this period two philosophical ideas would arise‚ Daoism and Confucianism. Initially‚ we review Daoism and Confucianism differences in that Daoism focused on the existential nature of unseen forces that surround us by developing mindfulness within individuals. Whereas‚ Confucianism centered around the automatic assumption of goodness within individuals‚ and continued education would support people’s good intentions. According to Sayre‚ Daoism "...is deeply embedded in nature and to attain it
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I chose to compare as well as contrast the teachings of Taoism and Confucianism and their views on an ideal society and how it will thrive. I picked this question because I had an interest in the Taoist religion and the philosophy behind Confucianism and his teachings. They each have their own views yet they somehow are still able to tie into each other’s views. It reminds me of a two puzzle pieces‚ if you are just looking at them separately‚ they look nothing alike‚ but once you put them together
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