DBQ: Teachings of the Rival Chinese Schools
The first passage “I take no action...” would be Daoist. The passage relates to a Daoist way of there being harmony with nature and the Dao or “the way.” Daoism first appealed to the wealthy who wanted a more “simple life” like that mentioned in the passage. In the second passage about the gentleman and an inferior man, Confucianism relates most to the ideas discussed. Confucius’ writings applied to individual behavior and self-control, much like the excerpt does. The inferior man values possessions and personal gain whereas the gentleman seeks virtue and sanctions. Many of Confucius’ writings relate to the relationship between an inferior and a superior whether it be a father and son or a ruler and ruled. The third passage would also go under Confucianism. Many Confucians disagreed with Daoists because they believed humans by nature are greedy …show more content…
Belief in nature’s mystery are similar to beliefs in God’s divine intervention and letting a higher power show mankind the way. Much like the Dao in Daoism which was described as a “indescribable” force. In Islamic faith, Allah would represent this force instead of nature. Confucianism would be most secular as compared to Daoism. Confucius traveled all around China to promote a reform in political and governmental disorder rather than spread a religion. On page 41 in the book it clears up this fact saying “Confucius was not a religious leader…” It later goes on to say he wanted to speak about Chinese tradition and promote individual nobility. Confucian philosophers proposed ideas that are best suited to people who want to build a strong and unified political order. Confucius believed that a balance of ruler and ruled and the perseverance of Chinese tradition would lead to order in politics. He also believed that rulers should not be greedy and serve to protect their people. In Depth: Women in Patriarchal