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How do I...  WebPath Express results for "confucianism"  [Refine your search]   Selected List: My Personal List   Displaying 1 - 35 out of 35 Grade Level: All Grade Levels Elementary Elementary & Middle Middle Middle & High High     1 2  Show All   Confucianism, Neo-Confucianism Grade Level:   The descriptions of many beliefs from around the world are discussed in this report. A section about books of interest is available. Neo-Confucianism is described as a term used for a form of Confucianism that was developed during the Song Dynasty. Zhu Xi recognized the Confucian system did not have an explanation for the metaphysical system, so he devised one. Neo-Confucianism merges Buddhism and Taoism with this philosophy. Zhu Xi wrote many essays attempting to explain how his ideas worked Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.onelittleangel.com/wisdom/art/religious.asp?mc=16 Confucianism in Korea Grade Level:   This report about Confucianism in Korea gives information about five Confucian thinkers from the "Chosen Period". Confucianism was introduced to Korea before Buddhism. It grew to become Neo-Confucianism. Learn about Chong To-jon (1342-1398), Kwon Kun (1352-1409), Yi Hwang (1501-1570), Yi I (1536-1584), and Chong Yak-yong (1762-1836). These five Confucian thinkers created monumental works that helped define the history of Korean Confucianism. Neo-Confucianism is often called "the study of the way." Practical ideas found in each theory and putting them together to form a whole means Neo-Confucianism. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.asianinfo.org/asianinfo/korea/rel/confucianism.htm Confucianism Grade Level:   According to information found at this web site, the philosophy of Confucianism was used for running the country of Vietnam, while Taoism and Buddhism were the religions followed by the people. Access this educational web site to learn a bit about the eastern philosophy of Confucianism. Learn about the stratification of classes in a Confucian state, and how Vietnam remained a Confucian state until the middle of the 19th century. There is also a link to learn about the ideas of Taoism. Topic: Chinese philosophy, Confucianism, Philosophy, Chinese URL:  http://mcel.pacificu.edu/as/students/vb/confuci.htm Women and Confucianism Grade Level:   "Women are to be led and to follow others." This Neo-Confucianism saying can be found, along with others, at this web site. If you interested in learning the role that women play, if any, in the eastern philosophy of Confucianism, then access the information found here. Are women considered equal to men or are they subservient in this philosophy? The information is provided as a part of a classroom lesson series. There are instructions for facilitating a classroom discussion on the information presented. Topic: Confucianism, Women URL:  http://www.womeninworldhistory.com/lesson3.html Chinese Philosophy - Neo-Confucianism Grade Level:   The Sung Dynasty (960-1279) was the era when Confucianism became a powerful force of thought. Before this time, Buddhism was the dominant force in China. The center of the intellectual was the Buddhist temples. This evolved to the intellectual activity being on the scholar during the Sung Dynasty. The most important new scholar was Hu Yuan. He was responsible for the revival of Confucianism. The form of this philosophy was called Neo-Confucianism during the Sung Dynasty. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~dee/CHPHIL/NEO.HTM Confucianism in the Edo (Tokugawa) Period Grade Level:   This article explains that the official guiding philosophy in Japan during the Tokugawa period (1603-1867) was Neo-Confucianism. Zen Buddhists from China during the medieval period introduced this tradition to Japan. Learn about the Neo-Confucian view of harmony. The most influential ideas came from the Chinese Neo-Confucian scholar Chu Hsi (Zhu Xi). Learn more about the four main elements of Neo-Confucianism that influenced Japan, fundamental rationalism, essential humanism, historicism, and ethnocentrism. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.willamette.edu/~rloftus/neoconfucianism.html Chinese Philosophy - Neo-Confucianism Grade Level:   The renaissance of Confucianism during the late Tang Dynasty was a direct reaction against the long prevailing philosophical Daoism since the Han Dynasty and Buddhism. The goal of the Tang and Song Dynasty Confucian writers was to find a system that was able to explain the universe. To address the position and behavior of man that went along with Buddhist philosophy. Zhu Xi (1130-1200) was considered the "Master Zhu" and the greatest person of Neo-Confucianism. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.chinaknowledge.de/Literature/Classics/neoconfucianism.html Confucianism Grade Level:   Would you like to learn about the eastern philosophy of Confucianism? If so, then access the information found at the United Kingdom's largest web site for religious resources. Learn about Confucius, and the canonization of Confucius and this way of thinking. Read through the list of accepted Chinese classic texts used in teaching this philosophy. What are the social and ethical themes to this philosophy? Find out by reading the information found at this web site. Topic: Chinese philosophy, Confucianism, Confucius, Philosophy, Chinese URL:  http://www.comparative-religion.com/confucianism/ Neo-Confucianism: Zhu Xi and Wang Yangming Grade Level:   The Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy presents an article about Neo-Confucianism. As the Empire regrouped during the medieval period, the practical extremes of Buddhism began to fade and the revival of Confucianism set the agenda for claims to orthodoxy within the Neo-Confucian ranks. Zhu Xi's project retrieved and revised the import of classical Confucianism. Zhu Xi is the representative of the theoretical and systematic part of Neo-Confucianism. Western philosophers find the language of Neo-Confucian more familiar than that of most other Chinese thinkers. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.rep.routledge.com/article/G001SECT9 Early Confucianism Grade Level:   Are you interested in learning about the eastern philosophy of Confucianism? Would you like to know a bit about the man who is responsible for creating or "transmitting" this way of thinking? If so, then access the great information found at this web site. What traditional texts were used to educate others in this philosophy? What were the symbols of early Confucianism? Find the answers to these questions, and much more information, by accessing this web site. Topic: Chinese philosophy, Confucianism, Confucius, Philosophy, Chinese URL:  http://philtar.ucsm.ac.uk/encyclopedia/confuc/ People: Confucianism Grade Level:   Did you know that the eastern philosophy of Confucianism has been the basis of the social order of China since 200 BC and it is still employed by the majority of the Chinese people today? Learn about this traditional philosophy at this informational web site. Read about the social and ethical foundation of this way of thought. Learn about the different relationships governed by Confucianism. There is even some information about Confucius. Use one of the provided links to access political, social, and cultural information about China and its people. Topic: Chinese philosophy, Confucianism, Confucius, Philosophy, Chinese URL:  http://www.index-china.com/index-english/Confucius%20and%20Confucianism.html Confucianism: Founded by K'ung Fu Tzu Grade Level:   If you are interested in learning some basic information about Confucianism, then access the ideas found at this web site. Learn the history of this religion founded in China, examine a listing of the beliefs of this religion, and read about the traditional practices of this religion. Did you know that there are four life passages that are recognized and regulated by Confucian tradition? Learn about them at this web site. There are also links to learn about other eastern religions, such as Buddhism and Taoism. Topic: Chinese philosophy, Confucianism, Philosophy, Chinese URL:  http://www.religioustolerance.org/confuciu.htm Chinese Philosophical E-text Archive Grade Level:   This report about Chinese Philosophical includes an archive of text. This Neo-Confucian text covers the Song Dynasty era through the Qing period. The bulk of the Confucian E-Text project dates from the eleventh century through the eighteenth century. Neo-Confucianism is a term used for a form of Confucianism. Zhi Xi was considered a great master of Confucianism. There are large sections of the Zhou Dunyi Ji that have commentaries by Zhu Xi. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://sangle.web.wesleyan.edu/etext/song-qing/song-qing.html Political, Social, and Cultural Patterns Grade Level:   The Encyclopedia of World History explains the political, social, and cultural patterns of the Tang - Song transition in the Chinese government. This time era began a world of thought with the decline of Buddhism and the rise of Neo-Confucianism. An era of education and printing started the ideas of Confucianism. Some of the ideas formed before Buddhism, were used to create a Chinese tradition with the additional answers to the metaphysical and cosmic questions. Topic: Neo-Confucianism URL:  http://www.bartleby.com/67/373.html Confucianism Grade Level:   Do you want to learn about the great Chinese philosopher Confucius? This kid friendly site contains lots of information about the basics of Confucianism. Confucius taught people five basic ideas about behavior and about five basic virtues. You can learn all about these and more on this site. The information is provided in an easy to navigate question and answer format that makes it easy for you to find the information you are looking for. Topic: Confucius URL:  http://www.uri.org/kids/other_conf.htm Guide to Chinese Sacred Books Grade Level:   The sacred literature of three main Chinese religions can be learned about at this informative web site. The main page contains overviews for Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism along with a definition of what a canon is. You can link into much more detailed pages on specific books for each religion. Topic: Chinese literature, Sacred books URL:  http://weber.ucsd.edu/~dkjordan/chin/hbcanons-u.html An Introduction to Shinto Grade Level:   Although most religions require their followers to only study that one religion, this is not the case with a religion called Shinto that is held in high regard in Japan. In fact, "in Japan a person may in good conscience be a Buddhist, a Confucian, and a member of a Shinto sect at the same time." On this web site you will find a terrific introduction to the Shinto religion, their core beliefs, and more. Topic: Shinto URL:  http://www.ubfellowship.org/archive/readers/601_shinto.htm Confucius Grade Level:   Confucius was a famous Chinese philosopher that dominated his field both morally and politically. Confucius himself had a simple moral and political teaching: to love others, to honor one's parents, to do what is right, and to rule by moral example. Because of the wisdom of his teachings, Confucianism grew into one of the traditional religions of the Chinese. If you are looking for information about Confucius this is a good source. There is lots of good information and links to other good sites. Topic: Ancient philosophy, Confucius, Philosophy, Ancient URL:  http://www.friesian.com/confuci.htm Chinese Myths Grade Level:   The morals and meaning of mythology are often rooted in the philosophies and religions of the region from which they originated. In China, these belief systems include Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism. Living Myths examines the history of China's legends, and provides commentary and analysis on the meaning and motifs of a well-known Chinese myth, "Pangu and the Creation of the World," which contains similarities to creation myths from around the world. Topic: Chinese mythology, Mythology, Chinese URL:  http://www.livingmyths.com/Chinese.htm The Sacred Books of the East Grade Level:   The Bible has been questioned for centuries and is the interesting topic of this web site. The author takes a look at five sacred books of the East and compares them with the Bible. The five texts that are examined are The Veda of the Brahmans or Hindus, The Zend-Avesta of the Parsees or Zoroastrians, The King, or Confucian Texts of the Chinese, The Tripitaka, or three collections of Buddhist writings, and The Koran, the code of Islam, or Mohammedanism. Topic: Sacred books URL:  http://www.gospelpedlar.com/articles/Apologetics/sacredbks.html Civilization in China Grade Level:   The Chinese Civilization goes back about four thousand years. It is the only ancient civilization that still exists today. The Chinese people have been ruled by Dynasties throughout history, where the ruler of a family continues from one generation to the next. There is information here on many Dynasties that you can read. One of the greatest building tasks ever constructed by man was the Great Wall of China. Over 3,000 peasants built this wall that is 4000 miles long. Additional interesting topics you can read about China's history include: The Silk Road, Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism. Topic: China--Civilization URL:  http://www.kidspast.com/world-history/0125-civilization-in-china.php Indus and Huang River Valleys Grade Level:   Trek to the Indus and Huang River Valleys on this web site! Read all about the economies of the Valleys. It includes how they farmed, craft working, and government. The Indus people practiced Hinduism and the Huang people practiced Buddhism. Find out more about their beliefs. The topic of Confucianism is discussed. A guest book allows visitors to leave a message and read those left by others. Color photographs accompany the text of the two economy sections. Topic: Ancient history, History, Ancient, Indus civilization URL:  http://www.freewebs.com/indus_and_haung_rv Chinese History - Song Dynasty Grade Level:   Regent Tour China presents history information about the Song Dynasty (920-1279), an era that reunified most of China. This dynasty built an effective centralized bureaucracy staffed with civilian scholars. The Song Dynasty was a time of great advances in politics and the military. A renewed interest in the Confucian ideals and society of ancient times followed the decline of Buddhism. Learn about a very influential philosopher, Zhu Xi. His ideas became the official imperial ideology. A virtual tour, photos, and maps of China are available. Topic: China--History--Song dynasty, 960-1279 URL:  http://www.regenttour.com/china/history/song.htm Chinese History - Song Dynasty (960-1279) Grade Level:   The universal guide for China studies presents information about the Song Dynasty (960-1279), also called the Northern Song. Read about the Tang and Five Dynasties period leading to the Song Dynasty. This era was full of unrest and wars; the Song Dynasty was a time of consolidation for Chinese culture. The Song period was a revival of old Confucian traditions. Often the Song time is referred as the "Chinese Renaissance." Learn about the progress made during this era with technology, inventions, and new philosophical interpretations. Topic: China--History--Song dynasty, 960-1279 URL:  http://www.chinaknowledge.de/History/Song/song.html Empress Wu Zetian Grade Level:   There has only been one female in Chinese history to rule as emperor, and her name was Wu Zetian. On this web site, you will learn about Wu Zetian and how she came to power. You will also learn about the differing opinions about her personality and her leadership. She lived during the Tang Dynasty (618-906 AD), which was a time of relative freedom for women. In order to challenge Confucian beliefs against rule by women, Wu began a campaign to raise the position of women. Find out how she ultimately maneuvered her way into being emperor of China. Topic: China--History--Tang dynasty, 618-907, Empresses, Women--China URL:  http://www.womeninworldhistory.com/heroine6.html Hong Kong- Language, Culture, Customsand Etiquette Grade Level:   Hong Kong offers an eclectic mixture of traditional religions and two official languages plus numerous Chinese dialects. Examine the intangible quality of face and its importance in Hong Kong society. Understand how you can give someone face or cause them to lose face. Study the role of Confucianism in Hong Kong culture and the importance of duty, loyalty, and obligation. Learn about greeting etiquette, Chinese names, gift giving customs, and dining etiquette. Analyze business protocols for communication, meetings, negotiations, and business cards. Topic: Hong Kong (China)--Social life and customs URL:  http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/hongkong-country-profile.html Japan Guide.Com Grade Level:   Walk through the extensive history of Japan at this informative web page. A menu on the left-side of the page highlights different historical periods. For instance, you can start off by reading about the "early history" of Japan. Next, you can learn about the Nara, Heian Periods, the Kamakura Period, and the Muromachi Period. Or, you can jump down and read about Militarism, World War II and Post War Japan. Also included is information about Buddhism and Confucianism. Topic: Japan--History URL:  http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2131.html The Imperial Era II Grade Level:   The Imperial Era II included the Song Dynasty in China. The Song period divides into two phases: Northern Song (960-1127) and the Southern Song (1127-1279). This era in time for China brought development of cities as centers of trade, industry, and maritime commerce. This new era gave scholars a place in power. There was a renewed interest in the Confucian ideals and society of ancient times. During the Song Dynasty, philosophers found the originality of the ancient classical texts appealing and wrote commentaries on them. Topic: China--History--Song dynasty, 960-1279 URL:  http://www-chaos.umd.edu/history/imperial2.html#song Vietnam's History Grade Level:   The history of Vietnam goes back over 500,000 years since human beings first resided in the area. Dynasties, foreign invasions, resistance and wars are all part of the extensive history of this country. The eight topics about Vietnam's history covered on this site focus more on the Vietnamese people and culture. You can choose to read the following subjects: Independence, Resistance, Communalism, Confucianism, Colonialism, Liberation, and Globalisation. Additional article on Vietnamese culture, arts, religion, food, language, rights-of-passage, weddings, and more are all here for you to read. Topic: Vietnam--History URL:  http://www.haivenu-vietnam.com/vietnam-history.htm Chad Hansen's Chinese Philosophy Page (Daoist Interpretations) Grade Level:   This award-winning web page is authored by a professor of Chinese philosophy at the University of Hong Kong. Chad Hansen examines the Chinese philosophies which are centered on or derived from Taoism. The site also contains many of Hansen's related writings about Confucianism, Mohism, Legalism, Asian values, human rights, and rule of law. The site is easy to access, and there are illustrations that will assist the user in understanding. There are also links to the home pages of the courses taught on the topic of Chinese philosophy at the University of Hong Kong. Topic: Chinese philosophy, Philosophy, Chinese URL:  http://www.hku.hk/philodep/ch/ Gender Difference in History: Women in China and Japan Grade Level:   Many cultures teach that women and men possess different capacities and functions. Often this belief is the basis for the subordination of women in society. In China, male and female aspects are considered different, but neither one is considered inferior or superior. Learn how Taoism and Buddhism granted women some areas of empowerment, even in ancient times. You will also learn how Confucian teachings and other influences changed the culture to subjugate women and led to practices such as footbinding and the selling of daughters. Follow other changes in attitudes towards women up to the twentieth century on this site. Topic: China--History, Women--China URL:  http://www.womeninworldhistory.com/essay-04.html Introduction to the Zhou Dynasty and the Age of Confucius Grade Level:   The Zhou dynasty is responsible for the spread of the age of Confucius. Key points on the social, political and religious growth during the Zhou period are featured in an easy organized matter. Details on this period's main philosophic schools of thought are covered. They include Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism. Dates and ruling monarch information is provided with more details on each philosophical school of thought. This information is helpful in understanding the influences of this period on Chinese history and culture. Topic: China--History--Zhou dynasty, 1122-221 B.C., Confucius URL:  http://afe.easia.columbia.edu/webcourse/key_points/kp_2.htm Taoism Grade Level:   This web site provides the "principal texts of Taoism. Taoism, along with Confucianism and Buddhism was one of the principal religions of feudal China." Annotated links to Taoism books and writing are provided. Titles of writings include the Tao te Ching, one of the most widely read sacred texts, The Canon of Reason and Virtue, Taoist Teachings translated from the book of Lieh-Tzü, Tao, The Great Luminan, containing essays from the Huai Nan Tzu, and many others. This site is a wonderful source for Tao literature! Topic: Taoism URL:  http://www.sacred-texts.com/tao/index.htm The Chinese Empire: The Former Han Grade Level:   The Han, the longest dynasty in Chinese history, is described as being actually split between two eras, the Former Han and the Later Han. This page describes the Former Han, and what looks to be a "sign" at the bottom of the page for The Chinese Empire is actually a link to a second article on the Later Han. Information is included on the centralization of the government, feudalism, and the impact of Confucianism during this era. This page is part of a large web site, World Civilizations, written and edited by Washington State University professors. Topic: China--History, China--History--Han dynasty, 202 B.C.-220 A.D. URL:  http://www.wsu.edu/~dee/CHEMPIRE/FORMHAN.HTM The Classical Chinese Philosophy Page Grade Level:   If you are interested in learning about traditional Chinese philosophies, then access the information found at this University of Miami web site. The philosophies discussed date from before Confucius until the early Han dynasty, roughly 650 BC through 200 BC. There is information about several fundamental, organized schools of thought dating from that period of time: Yin Yang philosophers, Ru scholars who were inspired by Confucianism, Mohist philosophers, the Logicians, the Legalist philosophers, and others. Topic: Chinese philosophy URL:  http://www.miami.edu/phi/bio/Buddha/classphi.htm Displaying 1 - 35 out of 35 1 2  Show All
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