The Self in Eastern and Western Thought Flashcards
self is characterized by relational identity (defined by relationships)
Confucianism
what is the ultimate purpose of life by Confucius?
Self-cultivation/Self-realization
virtue or noble character
man of self-cultivation
translated as gentleman/superior man
Chun Tzu
Why is self called subdued self?
it is conditioned to respond to perceptions of social requirements and obligations
Who is the proponent of Taoism
Lao Zi
what is emphasized in taosim?
harmony with Tao or the way
self is an extension of what?
cosmos or the universe
the ideal self is what?
selflessness
selflessness leads to?
balanced life in harmony with both nature and society
who is the proponent of buddhism?
shakyamuni
what is the doctrine that is the core teaching of buddhism?
anatman
what is the ultimate goal according to buddhism?
nirvana or enlightenment (heightened intellect and reason)
from what word is buddhism built from?
bodhi which means awakened
comparison of western and eastern concepts of the self
western: duality
eastern: others are part of one’s self
eastern: talks about social roles
western: talks about personal attributes
