Homework C3 due tomorrow Current Events 2 due

Homework • C-3 due tomorrow • Current Events #2 due Wednesday. • Test on China Monday, October 28 – 15 Multiple Choice Questions – Evidence Based Claim on the Philosophies

Aim #7: What are the similarities and differences between Confucianism and Daoism? • Confucianism argues that formal education provides the knowledge that will lead to success and shape your personality, while Daoism argues that the knowledge you gain from everyday experiences is much more valuable. Which philosophy do you agree with more on this issue, and why? • Based on the chart and our class discussions, which philosophy do you think will do the most effective job of bringing order and harmony to a society? Which philosophy would you be most likely to follow in your own life? Why? • The chart focuses on the major differences between these philosophies. Are there any similarities?

Confucianism vs. Daoism Confucianism (recorded in the Analects) • Emphasis on Social Order (family/government) • Path to Knowledge: Daoism (recorded in the Dao De Ching) • Emphasis on Natural Order • Experiences in the natural world (“school of life”) Formal education (schools, classes, teachers, etc) • Human Control: • • Ideas about government Rulers are “superior men” and role models for all people. They should be respected in all cases. Rebellion is not acceptable Human Control: Man should free himself from artificial laws and traditions of government/family, behave naturally and spontaneously Should be enforced by the five family relationships and a strong, stable government • Path to Knowledge: Ideas about government Is not really necessary for peace and stability in society