Daoism is a philosophical, ethical or religious tradition of Chinese origin that emphasizes living in harmony with the Dao. Daoism teaches that human nature and should understand change as part of everything, it’s practiced as a religion in various Asian communities, it’s theology is not theist, and has more affinities with pantheistic traditions given its philosophical emphasis on the formlessness of the Dao. Daoism drew its cosmological notions from the tenets of the School of Yin Yang (Yin is means female and dark; and yang means male and bright), and is heavily influenced and informed by the acknowledged oldest text of ancient Chinese classics.

Confucianism is a system of philosophical and "ethical-sociopolitical teachings" sometimes described as a religion. Social harmony results in part from every individual knowing his or her place in the natural order, and playing his or her part well. Confucius developed a practical philosophy for life and government-which focused on proper conduct, respect for elders, education, and government service- that he felt would create a peaceful, stable society. Confucius based his ideas on ancient Chinese traditions of respect and hard work. The code of behavior he taught revolved around five relationships:1) ruler and ruler, 2) parent and child, 3) husband and wife, 4) sibling and sibling, 5) friend and friend. Confucius believed these relationships would be harmonious if the people involved were loyal, courteous, honest, faithful, and obedient to those in authority.

Buddhism is a non-theistic religion or philosophy that encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs and spiritual practices largely based on teachings attributed to Gautama Buddha, commonly known as the Buddha, which means “enlightened one”. Buddhism was brought to China around A.D. 200 by Buddhist monks and traders who traveled to China from India and central Asia. The Buddha’s teachings are summed up in the Four Noble Truth: 1) all life is suffering and pain; 2) suffering and pain are caused by desire for wealth, pleasure, fame, and power; 3) to end suffering one must overcome desire; 4) to overcome desire, one must follow the Middle Way.