Confucianism and Taoism
Wayne Hartmann
Confucianism
Started in 500 B.C.E , Originated in china. Has 5,000,000 followers
Its not considered a religion, but has had the same impact as one.
Confucianism is a philosophical way of life.
Its influenced the Chinese government to this day.
Taoism
Originated in china over 2000 years ago and still has influenced the people of china.
It promotes the spread of peace, harmony, and union with nature.
both beliefs don't worship one single deity, but instead allows its followers to worship any deity or deities allowing both beliefs to mix with faiths.
The Taoist Yin Yang symbol.
This symbol shows the balanced form of nature.
It is also used in other Chinese religions.
Confucius the creator of Confucianism.
born in (551~479) and spent his life as a teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher.
Lao Zi
Born in 604~531 B.C.E
He is considered the founder of Taoism
He wrote the Tao Te Ching