Midterm Confucius

In past ancient times, the method of living was crucial to a society and mankind. In Eastern Asian countries, specifically China, the people adapted two styles of living. They both were Confucianism and Daoism. Both of which include similarities and differences of self- knowledge and cultivation. Although Confucianism and Daoism appear to be complete opposites, they do share some similarities.

One way they are similar is the common belief of them, the people, focusing primailiry on self- growth. Of the two, they both teach to the society, personal, individual, and self-improvement is what they are responsible for. Specifically, Confucianism preaches that as the person improves on themselves daily, their existence in the world is their own personal reward. Whereas in Daoism, if the person develops through nature and natural manifestations, only then, will they grow as a person, and be helpful to the world surrounding them as well as the next life. In addition to self-growth, the teachings of Confucius also included the system of hierarchy, filial piety, but more importantly, he focused on humility. Confucius values emphasized numerous components. Achieving harmony between governments was one of the most important. He believed that values of the society originated from earlier generations, through places like school and family gatherings. The teachings of Confucianism include emphasis on political information. It also incorporated ritual and tradition and most importantly family as one unit. The Confucius perspective is to attain high ethics, the religion focuses on relationships between parents and children and how they grow morally.

While there are similarities, differences in teachings are apparent. The most prominent difference in the teachings of Confucius is individual development. Attitude and behavior shaped the person and their development, meaning treat others how you expect to be treated.

Daoism is predominantly focused on longevity,