TOPIC 5: Eastern Thoughts

Question 1

was a Chinese philosopher who lived from 551-479 B.C. and wished to be an advisor to a noble

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Confucius

Question 2

He taught and emphasized the importance of “correct behaviors”

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Confucius

Question 3

is an ethnic religion because it focuses primarily on work

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Confucianism

Question 4

believed that any perception of the afterlife was beyond human comprehension

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Confucius

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Confucianism GOAL:

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to be perfect and moral

Question 6

The founder of Daoism is believed to be

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Lao-Tse

Question 7

rumored to have lived from 604-531 BCE. Since he lived in a time of chaos

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Lao-Tse

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He started by combining concepts of psychology and philosophy.

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Lao-Tse

Question 9

he found that the solution to his problem is like water – flow smoothly around obstacles rather than bumping up against them

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Lao-Tse DAOISM [TAOISM]

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was an influential philosophical, social, and religious movement that flourished during the Warring States era (479–221 BCE) in ancient China

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MOHISM

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originates in the teachings of Mo Di, or “Mozi”

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MOHISM

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MOHISM GOAL

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unified ethical and political order

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is one of the six classical schools of thought in Chinese philosophy that emerged during the Warring States period

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FÂ JIĀ [LEGALISM]

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This school of thought ignores morality and seeks to answer how a society should ideally function

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FÂ JIĀ [LEGALISM]

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FÂ JIĀ [LEGALISM] GOAL

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achieve order, security, and stability

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is an Indian religion and dharma that encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs, and spiritual practices

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BUDDHISM

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It believes in the dharma wheel which refers to the idea of a law, or principle, governing the universe. This wheel contains the noble eightfold path

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BUDDHISM

Question 18

Know about the current state of
one’s body – keep a positive outlook

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The right view (understanding)

Question 19

Pay attention to health, seek
information, and empowerment in self-care skills

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The right intention/resolve

Question 20

Avoid spreading or listening to myths and
misconceptions. Always seek clarity and knowledge

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The right speech

Question 21

Lifestyle modification and monitoring

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The right action

Question 22

void unhealthy habits such as sedentary
lifestyle and abstaining from alcohol, smoking, or substance abuse

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The right livelihood:

Question 23

Stay sincere with your efforts. Take control of your
mind – nurture and develop good habits and let go of bad ones

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The right effort:

Question 24

Always be conscious/aware of what one is
doing – stay in the moment

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The right mindfulness

Question 25

Practice meditation and stress
management

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The right concentration: