Mulan Finding elements of Confucianism and numerous Chinese

Mulan Finding elements of Confucianism and numerous Chinese Inventions in the Disney film Mulan…

Philosophies

Philosophies

Confucianism: - Based on the teachings of Kong Fu Zi (first called Confucius by Europeans). China, 551 -479 B. C. E. - Philosophy focuses on respect for elders, education, proper conduct, and government service. - 5 Relationships: - King and Subject - Parent and Child - Husband Wife - Sibling and Sibling - Friend and Friend - In order to be at peace, one must show absolute respect for authority.

Philosophies

Daoism: “You must feel the force all around you…” • Based on the philosophy of Laozi, China: 606 -530 B. C. E. • The goal in life is to achieve Dao (“oneness with the universe/nature”) • Best way to find peace is being in harmony with nature. • Balance the forces of Yin and Yang (calm and powerful)

The Big Three Chinese religions/philosophies Confucianism: Daoism: honor family Be Like Water stop wanting Nirvana From India good vs. evil obey the laws Kong Fu Zi community, not self 8 -fold path Siddhartha Guatama worship ancestors honor parents Balance, harmony w nature Buddhism: 4 noble truths The ‘WAY’ yin and yang Philosophies Hard work Lao Tzi light vs. dark reach enlightenment

Daoism: Founder = Lao Tzi (China) Religion that emphasizes living in harmony with nature, finding the natural balance in the ‘Dao’, ‘chi’ or ‘way’ The Big Three Chinese religions/philosophies Confucianism: Yin ht g i L rk Da Philosophy focused on attaining virtues by respecting elders, honoring family, serving in government & studying Confucius n Ma d oo vil E G Religion founded on the teachings of Buddha & promises escape from suffering 4 Noble Truths: 1 Existence is suffering 2 The cause of suffering is desire 3 End desire to end suffering 4 Follow the eightfold path to end desire an m Wo Buddhism: Founder = Siddhartha Gautama (India) Founder = Confucius (China) g n Ya Philosophies “It’s about the community, not the individual. Serve your country, obey the laws, practice self-cultivation…” Eightfold Path = Right Understanding, thinking, speech, conduct, livelihood, Effort, Mindfulness, Concentration “Stop wanting things to reach enlightenment…” “You must feel the force all around you…” “I want to honor my parents, my family & my ancestors…”

Philosophies Watch the opening GREAT WALL SCENE from the film Mulan. List any elements Confucianism that are presented: Defending China Service to country Buddhism Confucianism Daoism

Philosophies Watch the “PLEASE BRING HONOR TO US ALL” clip from the film Mulan. List any elements of Confucianism that are presented: “A girl can bring her family great honor” Honoring family “We all must serve the emperor” “Men like girls who are obedient” Buddhism Confucianism Daoism

Philosophies Watch the “First 15 -20 minutes from the film Mulan. List any elements of Confucianism that are presented: Chinese Soldiers bravely defend the wall (community over individual) Conscription notices sent throughout China (draft to serve country) Buddhism Mulan says she is to “uphold the family honor” Efforts to impress the matchmaker Father prays to ancestors Various song lyrics Father tells Mulan, “you dishonor me” Confucianism Daoism

Philosophies Watch the MUSHU INTRODUCTION clip from the film Mulan. List any elements of Confucianism that are presented: Ancestor Worship Discussing of family honor Buddhism Confucianism Daoism

Chinese Philosophies Mini-Quiz! 1) Escape from suffering 2) End desire (‘stop wanting things’) 3) Honor your parents 4) Worship/honor your ancestors 5) Balance in nature 6) Serve in government 7) Yin & Yang 8) Reach enlightenment 9) Do good, whether rich or poor 10) Lead by example 11) Feel the force around you 12) We are all connected 13) The community is more important than the individual 14) Being ‘one’ with your surroundings 15) Simplicity Philosophies Buddhism Confucianism Yin Ya ng rk Da ht g i n L Ma an m Wo od o G il Ev Daoism