Shi Huang Ti meant first emperor. In his time of ruling Shi Taung Ti accomplished many things. Things both good and bad. This made him an effective ruler but not necessarily a good one. Effective means to get things done and being successful at accomplishing things. Was he a good ruler‚ that depends on the situation. Shi Huang Ti created legalism which is the believe that humans need to be controlled by a strict set of rules instead of moral laws. One of the things that Shi Huang Ti did was make
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The importance and extent of involvement of religion and/or spirituality in fostering unity within a complex society is best demonstrated throughout early ancient history. From Hammurabi’s Babylon to the ascetic Buddhism of India‚ religion has always played a key role in the development of cultural unity and tradition. In 18th century B.C.‚ king of Babylon‚ Hammurabi improved his kingdoms unity with a code of law purportedly handed down to him from the gods themselves. Hammurabi used this sacred
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Confucianism Virtues in Disney’s Mulan Mulan is a 1998 Disney film based on a two-thousand year old Chinese legend of a young girl‚ Fa Mulan‚ who secretly joins the Chinese army to bring back honor to her family. In China‚ one of the main religions practiced is Confucianism. Throughout the movie underlying themes of Confucianism virtues can be seen such as; honor for family and ancestors‚ duty to one’s self and devotion to order in society.(SpiritualityPractice). There are many examples of
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The preserving of Qin administrative structures is one of the key concepts in the longevity of Han dynasty. In both the Qin and Han dynasties‚ a similar legal system of a bureaucracy was adopted‚ where at the center of the state‚ a centralized government body existed. In effort in unifying the empire‚ during the Qin Dynasty‚ land was divided into different administrative provinces governed by nobles and aristocrats. During the Han Dynasty‚ the emperors continued to expand the notion of a centralized
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The Tomb of Qin Shihuandi is a massive tomb that is surrounded by thousands of terra-cotta soldiers frozen as sentries for the “First Emperor” of China. Over eight thousand soldiers have been unearthed‚ along with stone chariots and horses. Many precious treasures have been found as well‚ such as jade jewelry and ornaments made with precious metals. The actual tomb part of the site has yet to be excavated‚ but is said to have the emperor buried in a bronze casket in a pool of mercury. Tests have
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At the time when Mao was the leader of China‚ Confucianism was often ostracized and derided due to the movements in the Cultural Revolution which was supposed to modernize China. The author follows the arguments of Professors and scholars to form a debate on the aspects of Confucianism that could either compliment‚ or contrast against the Communist government of China. The reason for the debate is to see whether Confucianism would work in tie with modern Communism. There are positions that support
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Confucianism- Religion or Not? Religion has always played a key aspect to societies‚ ancient or not. Whether to unify a group of people‚ or to provide a common thought to ensure that the civilization not fail‚ there is no argument as to the importance of religion. However‚ in every ancient society‚ religions share common characteristics which define the term religion itself. There are certain forms to which each religion has to mold to in order to be considered a religion in itself. Certain thought
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In the perspective of virtue Aristotle and Confucianism are similar because both talked about the virtue is a way to guiding humanity. Aristotle have to do with more action‚ that pertains to human good not what is right. Aristotle ethical system is mostly based off of common sense‚ and moral judgment. Confucianism is build off of cardinal relationships to help elucidate the family social rules and promote social harmony. In the book it states that as a husband‚ he is responsible of taking care of
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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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Jonathan Spence’s novel The Question of Hu covers mid-eighteenth century travels from China to the western world of a Jesuit missionary‚ Father Jean-Francois Foucquet‚ and a Chinese scribe‚ John Hu. The interactions that occur consist of the cultural differences between Chinese and European customs. Hu’s personality becomes a large question Spence raises not only with the title but also throughout the story when Spence talks about Hu’s way of thinking. John Hu’s personality is described by both
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