Religion in China Flashcards
What is Taoism?
A world of man with rules, politics, goverment and buisnesses was bad. A wise man should study nature and do as little work as possible. Tao means “way” and while going through life, you need to reach a balance through Ying and Yang.
What is Legalism?
It said man was selfish and motivated by greed and fear. The only way for the country to run was on punishments. It was very harsh and unforgiving set of beliefs.
What is Buddism?
Buddists do not kill, steal, lie or drink. They believed in reincarnation. They would go higher up in a scale until they reach Nirvana (a state of zero suffering and the final goal of buddism)
What is Ancestor Worship?
Ancestor worship is when you worship your ancestors.
What is Nature Worship?
Nature worship is when you worship nature, This was mainly done by peasent farmers
What is Confusianism?
Confucias was this official who lived in China and developed ideas about how you should live your life. He believed that men should be noble and never violent or arrogant. He thought family was very important elders were respected, women obeyed men and children obeyed their parents.
