the topics of Confucius’ social and political philosophy. After finishing readings of this section‚ I would like to give reflections that mainly about Confucius’ view on governing and analyze the traditional culture and administration of our country. This essay will present my opinions about the merits and demerits of nowadays Chinese society’s government. First‚ let us deal with something that Confucius would say that Chinese society is currently doing well. According to Confucius‚ when the population
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Comparison of Lao Tzu and Machiavelli It is obvious to most people the differences between black and white‚ light and darkness‚ or Pepsi and Coca-Cola. Many people have different preferences for each of these things‚ as well as different views about them. While one person may argue that Pepsi is the ultimate cola beverage‚ another person may claim that Coca-Cola is the best by far. This is such the case with many different people in this world‚ on many different topics. A prime example of contrasting
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expected that a leader or ruler should be ironfisted and strong willed. In a time of peace the populace might desire a more lenient and benevolent leader or ruler. However‚ the writings of Confucius and Laozi run counter to this reactionary idea of how a leader or ruler should govern. Taking into account Confucius’ idea of how a leader or ruler should act virtuously along with Laozi’s idea of restraint and self-discipline‚ an effective‚ an effective leader
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Confucius versus Aristotle and the similarities between Dao‚ or as it is presently known‚ Tao against eudaimonia‚ (happiness)‚ and why these ideas are important to the study of ethics today. Aristotle was one of the greatest philosophers in history. He was solely judged in terms of his philosophical influence and his only peer was Plato. Aristotle’s writings have proven to be difficult to understand to most novice readers‚ although his teachings in the Nicomachean Ethics and that of eudaimonia
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Although the Analects were written around the Warring States Period years ago by Confucius‚ many passages remain timeless and are easily applied to modern life. Confucius created the Analects as a cry for peace to illustrate his opinion on the government during a chaotic period of wars plaguing China during 475-221 BC. The philosophy of Confucianism permeates every sector of China through government‚ education‚ and daily behavior. Confucianism honors relationships and the Analects present themselves
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Confucius‚ examination and foot binding An analysis on ancient china society-Qing dynasty China has 5000 years civilization. The Qing was the last and probably the strongest dynasty in Chinese history. It began at 1616 and ended at 1911. During the Qing period‚ imperial china has reached its zenith of power and influence. Especially during the reign of Qianlong‚ the territory of china was expanded to their greatest extent ever. Even some European thinkers admired Qing dynasty was the most successful
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Ruling a country effectively is executed through a variety of methods. Lao-Tzu‚ a follower of Taoism‚ expresses his belief on the most efficient way to govern. "The more prohibitions you have‚ the less virtuous people will be. The more weapons you have‚ the less secure people will be. The more subsidies you have‚ the less self-reliant people will be" (25). This quote from Lao-Tzu can be interpreted many different ways. The author discusses what he feels the role of a leader should be‚ the restrictions
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In comparing and contrasting the governmental philosophies of the great thinkers Lao-Tzu and Machiavelli‚ I have found a pleasant mix of both of their ideas would be the best for America today. Lao-Tzu’s laisse-faire attitude towards the economy‚ as well as his small scale military is appealing to my liberal side‚ while Machiavelli’s attitude towards miserliness which causes low taxes appeals to the right wing. These great thinkers contradict the popular saying "all great thinkers think alike." They
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We know more about Kong Fuzi’s life than Laozi’s life based on their teachings and the knowledge of scholars. We have knowledge that Kong Fuzi (also called Confucius) lived in China from 551 to 479 B.C.E. and was born into a family of low-ranking nobles. Kong Fuzi became mournful when the Zhou empire weakened and various Chinese states began to battle for power‚ he missed a peaceful and stable society. When it comes to Laozi’s life‚ scholars know so little about it that some people believe he is
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makes them perfect for young adults seeking a secondary education. College students should choose Shih Tzu dogs as their breed of choice because they are bred for companionship‚ they’re smaller than other dogs‚ and they are devoted and loyal. Pets‚ more specifically Shih Tzu‚ can have a standing effect on their environment and those who choose to take care of them. The effects of owning a Shih Tzu can be very beneficial to people of all ages but even more so to those in college because of the companionship
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