Confucianism, Daosim, and Legalism
CONFUCIANISM
Confucians' believe humanity should have loyalty and reciprocity. Confucius believed "do not do to others what you would not want others to do to you." He thought everyone should be on their best behavior. Humanity is also known as jen in the Chinese culture. By having courtesy, good faith, diligence, and kindness, one is then a gentleman. Filial Piety is a popular Confucian term. It means children should serve and respect their parents and those who are above them.
Confucius lived from 551BC- 479BC. He was from a noble family and received training in writing, reading, and music. When he died, he failed to have mentored a ruler. He wanted China to return to the ways of Zhou, but China was divided and in turmoil.
LEGALISM
Legalists wanted to end the turmoil in China also. They believed that human nature is selfish. It is natural for humans to like rewards and pleasures and dislike punishments. Laws are the way to go because they should entice loyalty, bravery, and obedience. Legalism was popular during the Qin dynasty (256BC to 221 BC).
DAOISM
It is said that people were Confucians' at work, and Daoist individuals in private. Daoism offered refuge from responsibilities for people. Daoist individuals should have beneficence and should be discarding profit.
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