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Characterizing Chinese Philosophy and Arts in Sixth Century B.C.
China gives us among the best philosophy in the world and so wit its arts. This essay discusses briefly the prevailing philosophy and arts of China in the 6th century BC.
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| language |  | english |
| wordcount |  | 2453 (cca 7 pages) |
| contextual quality |  | N/A |
| language level |  | N/A |
| price |  | free |
| sources |  | 3 |
Table of contents
Strengths and Weaknesses of Confucianism 2
Mencius: An Outspoken Democrat 2
Taoism: Intuitive Mysticism 3
Chinese Artistic Expression 4
Complex Language: Vehicle for Sensitive Poetry 4
Buddhism and Buddhist Art Entered China 5
Sources 6
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Characterizing Chinese Philosophy and Arts in Sixth Century B.C. In the three hundred years beginning with the sixth century B.C., the outstanding philosophical teachings of China were formulated. in India, philosophers emphasized metaphysics: speculation concerning the nature of the Absolute and its cosmic and human manifestations. Many Chinese philosophers, on the other hand, have been preoccupied with man rather than with the cosmos. These philosophers have considered man basically from the standpoint not of his spiritual origins and attributes but of his moral qualities as an individual and his ethical obligations as a member of society. The rise of Chinese philosophy in the latter part of the Chou period can be explained largely by the chaotic political situation during ...
... more aristocratic Confucianism. Moreover, Buddhist philosophy was sufficiently complex to engage the mind of the cleverest philosopher, while the Buddhist monasteries were havens for those who sought a life of contemplation. Transported to China along with the Buddhist faith were the Gandharan Graeco-Indian artistic techniques and the stupa architecture, from which the style of the Chinese pagoda is derived. In China, builders eventually created pagodas like tall spires, with multiple roofs or cornices and many ornamental projections.
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Benjamin I.The teachings on Confucius and its influence to Chinese art is unmistakably there. I admire Chinese philosophy but I believe there teachings of Confucius which may not be practical to other people. Let's respect their views anyway. Very analytical!
Princess R.Confucius and other Chinese philosophers have given us a great world of thinking on ethics and living. Interesting indeed to be learning of these Chinese thinkers.