Confucianism
Who founded Confucianism?
Confucius
Who is the founder of Daoism?
Laozi
Who is the most well-known legalist philosopher?
Han Fei
In which dynasty did Daoism become the state religion?
Tang Dynasty
Which philosophy's ideas are most visible in modern Chinese education and social structure?
Confucianism
What is the central value in Confucianism that is about family relationships?
Filial piety
What key idea means "going with the flow"?
Wu wei
What was the key idea of Legalism?
Strict laws/harsh punishments
The Han Dynasty replaced it with Confucianism.
Would Han Fei approve of modern governments that use surveillance and strict laws for "security"?
Yes - Legalism values order and control over freedom.
How was Confucianism spread after Confucius passed away?
His students found the Analects, a book he left behind which became the foundation of Confucianism.
What practices are influenced by Daoism?
Tai chi
What did Legalists believe about the nature of humans?
Naturally selfish, needs strict laws to be kept in order
When did Daoism shift from being a philosophy to also a religion with rituals and temples?
Han Dynasty
By living simply, or finding balance, or going with the flow.
Which dynasty made Confucianism the official ideaology?
Han Dynasty
How does Daoism influence modern environmentalism?
Living in harmony with nature and respecting natural balance.
Which dynasty was Legalism used to unify China?
Qin Dynasty
What was the biggest adaptation of Confucianism during the Song Dynasty?
Rise of Neo-Confucianism, blended with Daoism and Buddhism
Would Laozi recognize modern wellness and meditation industries as fully true to Daoism?
No, because they're too commercialized and focus on profit, not simplicity or harmony.
How did Confucianism influence education and government in China?
Created a civil service exam system based on moral and scholarly merit.
Daoism rituals focused on:
Health, morality, and salvation
What was an example of harsh punishments under Legalist policy to maintain control?
Burning books
How did the spread of Buddhism influence the evolution of Confucianism and Daoism?
Confucianism became more spiritual and Daoism to be more organized.
If the founders returned today, which philosophy would be most recognizable and why?
Daoism, because there are still practices that are still alive, such as Tai Chi and mindfulness activities.