Buddhism

Origins

• Origins:Began in India and incorporated much of Hinduism in its practice

Founders

Diffusion

Beliefs/Principles

• Buddhism does teach the concept of reincarnation
• Buddhism does not believe in a deity
• Buddhism is based on the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path
• not always seen as a “rebirth” and that nirvana can be reached

Confucianism

Origins

Founders

Principles/Beliefs(5 Relationships)

• Parent-child: Kindness in the father and obedient devotion in the son
• Husband-wife: Righteous behavior in the husband and obedience in the wife
• Elder sibling-younger sibling: Gentility in the eldest brother and humility and respect in the younger
• Elder friend-younger friend: Humane consideration in elders and deference in juniors
• Ruler-subject: Benevolence in rulers and loyalty of ministers and subjects

Diffusion

• Spread by his followers after the death of Confucius
• They got positions in government
• Formed the basics of the Civil Services Exam

Taoism

Origins

• Grew from ancient Chinese philosophies
• Grew from the spread of Confucianism and Buddhism
• Chinese philosophies grew from a reaction

Founders

Principles/Beliefs

• the Yin/Yang reflects the ideals of harmony and balance
• The Three Jewels are compassion, moderation, and humility
• The Way is a series of philosophical teachings that focuses on achieving balance and harmony
• Taoism demonstrates the way humans should live
• Daoists do not believe in strong government

Diffusion