daoism confauism Flashcards
the mandate of heaven is
the belief that the ruler of China was chosen by the gods
what is an aristocracy
The wealthy noble class who had political power
what is ancestor worship
Belief that the dead can intervene in the affairs of the living
the feudal system was based on
mutual obligations
what is meritocracy
When people in government are selected because of ability and knowledge
what re logographs
Characters that stand for a word
what is the mandate of heaven
A power that decides what dynasty should be in power, The controller of natural disasters, A power over all the emperors.
ancient china was ruled by
Dynasties
what are oracle bones
are animal bones used to consult with the many ancestors
the best government is the one that governs the least
Daoism
rulers should lead by examples
Confucianism
people are improvable
Confucianism
The individual should seek harmony with his or her surroundings
Daoism
Proper relationships will lead to a peaceful society
Confucianism
Viewed human nature as positive
Confucianism
