Comparing Confucianism And Taoism

The history of philosophy begins in a point in time called the Axial Age, between the 6th century BC and 2nd century AD. Many people were beginning to question the current beliefs of that time and led to the philosophies we know today. Questions related to the meaning of life and reality were being asked; people used philosophy as a way to get some answers. Philosophers from different regions were being heard, and they played a major impact on the belief system that many people currently have. China, India, and Greece were major regions in which these crucial philosophers resided in. Two of the most important philosophies at that time were Confucianism and Taoism.
Contrary to the popular belief that Taoism was founded by the famous man named Lao Tzu, it was not. However, Lao Tzu played a major role in the philosophy of Taoism. He was well known around China for his wisdom and was a Taoist philosopher; one day when he arrived at the Han Ku Pass, it is said that the guard asked him to write down his views before leaving China. It contained his views, but also the traditions of Taoism. This became known as the Tao Te Ching. Other than the Confucian Analects', Tao Te Ching is said to be the most classical text in
As a result, I have become very interested in his religion, and those that have some similarities. Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism all tie to China's ancient roots. Last year, I learned more about Taoism and got hooked. Reality and the different perspectives on it were all fascinating to me. This philosophy resonates with me the most because I have similar beliefs. I believe that the mind has a huge role on my perception of reality. I eat a vegan diet and try to meditate as much as I can. The teachings of Taoism make the most sense to me compared to other religions. In the future, I wish to read the Tao Te Ching to gain more insight on the