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DO Now 9/25. On a sheet of paper write: 3 – Things you understand in Unit 1 2 – Things you still have questions about 1 – Thing you are excited to learn in the next unit (Classical Civilizations in China and India). The “Classical Era” in the East. Civilizations of India and China.
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DO Now 9/25 • On a sheet of paper write: 3 – Things you understand in Unit 1 2 – Things you still have questions about 1 – Thing you are excited to learn in the next unit (Classical Civilizations in China and India)
The “Classical Era” in the East Civilizations of India and China
Ancient India • When the ancient Indus River Valley civilization suddenly collapsed it was replaced by an new culture called the Aryans. • It is believed the Aryans crossed through mountain passes of the Himalayas in 1,500 B.C.
The Aryan Invasion1,500 B.C. • Aryans were nomadic people who lived by herding cattle and fighting. • Aryans developed iron weapons and horse-drawn chariots that allowed them to conquer their neighbors. • They cross the Himalaya and Hindu Kush mountains and took over the Ganges River valley.
Aryan Achievements • Aryans developed a form of writing called Sanskrit. • Sanskrit was only taught to members of the highest castes.
Hinduism900 B.C. • Aryans brought with them a new religion to India, known as Hinduism. • Hindus believed: • There were many gods • Karma- a person’s behavior in life determined the form of their next life. • Reincarnation- a person’s soul is reborn. • Sacred objects- the Ganges River and cows. • The Upanishads and Bhagavad-Gita were their holy books
Caste System • The mixing of the Aryans with the native people of the Indus Valley led to social classes. • People were divided into 5 social classes called castes. • Caste were unchangeable, a person was born into their caste. • The highest were priests and warriors, followed by landowners, then peasants, and at the very bottom were the untouchables.
Buddhism500 B.C. • The religion of Buddhism began in India around 500 B.C.. • Siddhartha Gautama, a wealthy prince lived in nearby Nepal. • He saw suffering in the world and he left everything in search of truth. • After 6 years he had a flash that “all suffering is caused by selfish human desires”. • He became known as the ‘Buddha’or ‘Enlightened One’
Beliefs of Buddhism • Basic philosophy of belief in reincarnation, self-denial, and meditation. • They do not believe in a single Supreme Being (God). • No single holy book, instead books called the Sutras explain beliefs. • Buddhism became popular because it rejected the caste system. • Buddhism quickly spread throughout Asia
Beliefs of Buddhism • Four Noble Truths – explain life’s meaning. • Eightfold Path – do the right thing. • Nirvana – by following the Eightfold Path one can escape endless reincarnation and reach eternal peace.
The Mauryan Empire321 B.C. to 232 C.E. • One of the greatest Hindu empires was created by King Chandragupta. • The Mauryan Empire reached from Afghanistan to the Ganges River in India. • Chandragupta was followed by his grandson Asoka.
Asoka269 B.C. to 232 C.E. • Asoka went to war to enlarge his empire. • After years of warfare, Asoka became horrified at the bloodshed and gave up violence. • Asoka then converted to Buddhism and won the loyalty of his people with acts of kindness and by promoting their welfare. • Asoka improved roads, built hospitals, schools and spread the teachings of Buddhism. • When he died his empire quickly fell apart.
The Gupta Empire320 A.D. to 535 A.D. • The Gupta replaced the Maury as the rulers of the Ganges River Valley. • For 200 years the Gupta ruled over a time referred to as the ‘Golden Age of Hindu Culture’. • Art and literature were supported with universities.
Gupta Achievements • Math – • Concept of zero • Idea of infinity • The decimal system • Arabic numerals (like ours) • Science – • Idea that the Earth was not flat • Calculated length of a year • Studied movement of the stars
Ancient China • Chinese history is divided into periods called a dynasty. • A dynasty was a ruling family that governed China at a certain time. • From 1027 B.C. to 22 A.D China was rule by three main dynasties.
The Dynastic Cycle Each dynasty followed a pattern or cycle.
The Mandate of Heaven • A dynasty came to power under the Mandate of Heaven. • The Mandate of Heaven meant the rulers were chosen to rule by heaven. • The Mandate of Heaven worked as long as the ruler was successful, if things went bad the mandate was taken away and a new ruling family would gain control.
Zhou Dynasty1027 B.C. to 221 B.C. • Zhou rulers gave land to nobles in exchange for military service. • This allowed the Zhou to conquer their neighbors and increase the size of their empire. • Soon China was plunged into a civil war between ruling warlords.
Zhou Accomplishments • The greatest legacy of the Zhou was the work of two Chinese philosophers, Lao Tzu and Confucius. • Confucius developed a philosophy Confucianism: • bring order to the social and political life in China. • Stressed importance of family where children show devotion to their parents, aka filial piety.
Zhou Philosophers • The greatest legacy of the Zhou was the work of two Chinese philosophers, Lao Tzu and Confucius. • Lao Tzu (Laozi) developed Daoism(Taoism): • Bring inner peace to the individual. • Respect for the ‘way’ of nature, don’t try to resist. • Deep respect for nature and harmony, accept things rather than trying to change them.
Qin Dynasty221 B.C. to 206 B.C. • Shih Huang-ti led the Qin Dynasty to unify all of China. • He was the first to call himself ‘emperor’ and believed in his total power. • Shih was a harsh ruler but he increased China’s power and size.
Shih Huang-Ti • Created uniform system of writing and measurements. • Formed a centralized government. • Built thousands of clay soldiers to guard his tomb. • United barriers to create the Great Wall to protect against invasions.
Han Dynasty206 B.C. to 220 C.E. • The Han Dynasty replaced the harsh rule of the Qin with an empire that would last for over 400 years. • The Han accomplished many things: • Invented paper • Glazed ceramics • Silk weaving • Civil service exam to get the most qualified workers
The Silk Road • The Han established trade routes between China and Europe, this cultural exchange sent silk, iron, bronze, and ceramics to Europe. • In return China got gold, linen, glass and ivory, • China was also introduced to the idea of Buddhism which became popular in China.
Fall of the Han Dynasty • After 400 years as a powerful dynasty the Han began to crumble. • Local warlords gained more and more power and civil wars erupted around the dynasty. • Much like ancient Rome, the Han Dynasty collapsed because it got to big to rule efficiently . • Rulers became corrupt and cared less and less for the people they ruled over causing rebellions.
Important Ideas • Aryans introduced Hinduism and the caste system to India. • Buddhism began in India, but spread rapidly throughout Asia. • Asoka a great Mauryan ruler adopted Buddhism. • Gupta Empire called “Golden Age of Hindu Culture” a period of learning, the arts, sciences, literature, and math.
Important Ideas • China was ruled by dynasties (ruling families). • Confucianism became China’s dominant religion. Based on Confucius, it stressed kindness, peace, harmony, and traditional ways and respect . • Qin dynasty Emperor Shih Huang-tiunited all of China and built the Great Wall for protection against invaders. • The Han Dynasty lasted 400 years before suffering a collapse similar to the Roman Empire.
Vocabulary 1. Caste System 2. Aryans 3. Hinduism 4. Reincarnation 5. Buddha 6. Mandate of Heaven 7 . Silk Road 8. Dharma 9. Sanskrit 10. Sutras 11. Dynasty 12. Emperor
TEKS • Category 1 • 1 B, C • 3 A, C • 4 A, H, J • 7 E • Category 3 • 16 A, B • 23 A, B • 25 A • 26 A, B • Category 4 • 19 A, B • Category 5 • 27 A