Philosophy and religion Philosophylogical study of basic truths

Philosophy and religion Philosophy-logical study of basic truths about knowledge, values, and the world. 2 philosophies- Confucianism, and Daoism. Confucius wrote a book full of ideas on conflict, and peace which became known as Confucianism.

Chinese Confucianism Video: Philosophy of Confucius

Philosophy and religion (continue) Laozi wrote a book with his teachings in it called Daoism (Taoism). Daoism is the belief that you should live in harmony with nature and a universal force guides all things. Buddhism-started in India. This religion is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama.

The philosopher Laozi (Laotzu). Laozi is the chief figure associated with early Daoism (Taoism), Unlike Confucius, Laozi cannot be confirmed as an actual historical figure, but his mythical biography grew more impressive with time, in part since he was viewed as a cosmic entity who periodically reentered history.

The Great wall of China!!! This wall was used for protection against nomadic invaders Peasants and criminals were forces to build the wall. Many people died from the hard labor! The Great wall has been added to with different dynasties.

Discovery Video on the Great Wall Classzone. com Great Wall

The Silk Roads The trade route was called the silk roads because traders carried silk and other goods on caravan trails. It covers about 5, 000 miles of territory. And stretches from China’s edge to Mesopotamia and Europe. Traders made fortunes carrying goods back and forth across the harsh terrain. The trip could take several years. The Chinese traded silk, paper, and pottery. The Exchanged this for items such as: sesame seeds, oil, metals, stones, and Asian horses.

Silk Roads on Classzone. com The Silk Roads on Discovery.

Silk The Chinese were the first to learn how to make silk from Silk Worms. Silk fabric was a luxury (expensive, and everyone wanted it) The Chinese wanted it and so did people outside of China. The Chinese used silk for Trade.

World History Chinese Silk

Impact of the Mongolian Empire (why is it important)? ? Beginning in late A. D. 1100, the Mongols began a vast empire under the leadership of Genghis Khan. They had very, very bloody and brutal battles but influenced trade and cultural exchange b/w Asia and Europe. Then Mongol invasions resulted in the introduction of Chinese inventions such as paper, gunpowder, and the compass.

Mongolian Warrior Hats were important. Both men and women wore hats decorated with fur - sable and silver fox. They made other kinds of hats to wear on various occasions. They had top hats, and plush velvet hats with turned up rims. They loved hats.

Mongolian dress This is one example of men and women’s clothing.

Mongolian Houses/Ger This is an overhead view of what a typical Mongolian house looks like today. Very simple and small.

Mongolian Empire Mongolian empire was a huge amount of territory. China’s land was much smaller.

Marco Polo travelled to China with his father and uncle over the Silk Road which was an overland route to China. He worked for Kublai Khan, the Mongol Emperor, for seventeen years. He brought back (Italy) many goods such as ivory, jewels, porcelain, and silk.

The Warrior Well An Ancient Mongol Story Retold by Lin Donn Illustrated by Phillip Martin

The Warrior Well An Ancient Mongol Story One way the ancient Mongols taught their children good behavior was by using folk tales to make a point. When the Mongols ruled ancient China, they brought their folk tales with them. This story is based on an ancient Mongol folk tale. It illustrates how a tale from one culture can blend with the culture of another.

Once upon a time, a long time ago, a woman was watering her sheep. Her husband had reminded her to cover the well tightly when she was done as water was scarce. But when she was done, she forgot to close the well. Soon, the well filled and water poured out and began to flood the grassland at the bottom of the hill. The sheep bleated in fright.

Just then, a warrior came riding by. "Can you help me? " the woman cried. "I cannot stop the water!" The warrior shot an arrow into the tallest mountain, splitting it in two. One part fell onto the well and stopped the water from pouring out.

The woman turned to the warrior, eager to thank him and to offer him food to eat when suddenly something occurred to her. She blurted, "But how will I get to the water again? It is under a mountain!" The warrior only bowed and smiled and went on his way.

When the woman realized that she had not offered food or greeting, she hung her head in shame. Question: What do you think this story might teach a student about his/her own customs?