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    Confucianism is a powerful religion that differs from others because it not only focuses on spiritual beliefs‚ but in social and moral values. Based on Huston Smith‚ this religion became more important with the founder named Kung Fu-tzu who later became known as Confucius. He was born into poverty that helped him understand the suffering and social life of others. This mentor became the most influential philosopher in China. Moreover‚ this historic event began to develop when china was in crisis;

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    Pre-Han Classical Chinese Thought: Confucianism and Daoism-Written Responses for Questions 1. Confucianism is a system of ideological beliefs and ethical philosophy that is developed from the teachings and thoughts of ancient Chinese teacher Confucius. Confucianism originated during the Spring and Autumn period (770 to 476 BC). Confucius emphasized the morality of an individual and the government‚ the importance of how social relationships should be and how it affects social order and lastly

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    The emperor‚ Hung-Wu‚ molded his imperial government according to the traditions and beliefs of Confucius. Confucius was a famous philosopher who created a type of philosophy‚ Confucianism‚ a very influential piece of ancient Chinese culture‚ which many people adopted. Confucianism influenced culture through the building of sculptures resembling Confucius. Confucianism’s main focus was on the core values of the people and had a positive view on mankind. The Ming period can be

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    Confucianism used to be the ancient Chinese way of life‚ in which contributing to society rather than focusing on themselves was their way of growing and becoming a better person. However‚ during the Medieval period ‚this belief was shifted into the complete opposite by Buddhism and religious Daoism (979). They preached that in order for someone to grow and find themselves‚ he/she needs to disconnect his/herself from society. I honestly agree with this belief‚ because people are influenced and will

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    How has Confucianism influenced modern economic development in East Asia? The rise of Asia’s so called “Tiger” economies followed by China‚ has given rise to the spectrum of a distinctly East Asian economic development model. The pioneering economic success of in particular‚ Singapore‚ South Korea and Japan since the 1970’s has highlighted the need to evaluate and distinguish how such economies achieved such successive growth. A variety of possible factors can explain or highlight possibilities

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    do we describe the Tao in the Tao Te Ching? Do we even explain it as a religion‚ an idea‚ a philosophy‚ or do words hinder the way? Within Taoism we find a mixture of ideas and philosophies from the Chinese; tying together Taoism‚ Buddhism‚ and Confucianism. These many different forms flow within each other to enhance one another. Without using doctrines and laws as the only way to describe it‚ the Tao in tradition focuses more on the energy of life and how to move within that energy for the benefit

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    Communism has long been thought of in western culture as the source of all evil. Communism in China had it ’s beginnings during the 1920 ’s and its belief system was in sharp contrast to that of Confucianism. From the beginning of the 1200 ’s to about 1949 and the beginning of the communist era Confucianism dominated Chinese sociopolitical life‚ obviously for the largest part of the Chinese history. Through the "Mandate of Heaven" it was determined that the emperors were to rule the Chinese empire

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    Confucian Homework 1.) Explain Filial Piety Confucianism believes that relationships are the foundation that supports society. All relationships have to start at home‚ that is where Filial Piety comes into play. Filial Piety is the basis of a relationship between a child and their family. Under the umbrella of Filial Piety‚ children are expected to show dedication and devotion to their parents. They must hold up this devotion all the way through adulthood. 2.) Explain Li and Ren If

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    The main idea of an ideal politician is the one who rule the people with virtue and correct the wrongs with rite. Also‚ he mentioned three essential elements that a good ruler must fulfill which are providing enough food provisions‚ performing well-trained army and establishing honesty and integrity among the people. Last‚ Confucius believed that the teacher should teach students in accordance with their aptitude‚ thus he taught his students differently when they ask about government. First of

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    Orthopraxy vs. Orthodoxy It is frequently said of Asian customs that right practice is more important than right belief. Shinto is based on orthopraxy‚ rather than orthodoxy. In other words‚ the most important thing is not what you believe‚ but rather that you perform correct ritual actions. You don’t have to convert to Shinto to start being a practitioner of Shinto. If you perform the various rituals and routines of Shinto‚ then you are practicing Shinto. Buddhism isn’t interested in right

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