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Statue of Confucius in Chinatown, NY

Statue of Confucius in Chinatown, NY. Chapter 4 Section 4. Chinese Philosophy. Living under a government in chaos is far worse than facing one angry tiger!!!!!. Confucius was walking one day and saw a woman hiding behind a large stone Confucius asked, “What are you hiding from”?

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Statue of Confucius in Chinatown, NY

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  1. Statue of Confucius in Chinatown, NY Chapter 4 Section 4 Chinese Philosophy

  2. Living under a government in chaos is far worse than facing one angry tiger!!!!! Confucius was walking one day and saw a woman hiding behind a large stone Confucius asked, “What are you hiding from”? The woman replied, I am so very afraid of that mean tiger down the road” Confucius replied, “Why don’t you try to run away”? The woman replied, “If I stay here, at least I know that the tiger will not eat me, but I would rather face an angry tiger than have to live with a bad government” What is the women really saying

  3. Please take the following poll: Do you know a family where the father: A. Is the bread winner B. pays for food C. clothing D. Shelter E. Entertainment F. Transportation G. ____________? “But first”

  4. “Ok well, should the government be like a father?” I’m your daddy, I will take care of you”

  5. Why would China want this? When there is chaos, someone comes along and offers a remedy Confucius Legalism video Daoism

  6. Confucius was a great supporter of: Social order and Responsible government

  7. This is when both break down Confucius writes “The Analects”

  8. “ Man does not preach what he practices, until he practices what he preaches” Here are some examples: “A gentleman can view a problem from all sides without bias, the small man is bias and can only see a problem from one (His) side”

  9. So, where does an orderly society start? Filial Piety = Respect for parents

  10. What does “Filial Piety” similar to? “Honor thy father and thy mother”

  11. Leading by moral example makes good government Educate society through moral society Lets look at some past world leaders who forgot about leading by moral example Mass murderes

  12. Is the nature of man evil?

  13. 1. Kidnapping 2. Assault 3. Jay walking 4. Stealing a Snickers Bar Your answer tells much about what kind of person you are What should be the punishment for the following crimes?

  14. If a student at Bishop Ahr needs to serve a detention, It is better that that student stay after school, NOT in the morning. If a student at Bishop Ahr can not find his/her lanyard, that student must pay $50 dollars for a new one. If a student cheats on a test At Bishop Ahr, that student will be expelled and is asked never to return.

  15. Pro con Pros and cons of using harsh penalties The pain of harsh punishment will stop one from repeating the crime The punishment May be so harsh that he needs to retaliate at any cost

  16. Legalism A new philosophy to deal with chaos Symbol of legalist emperors

  17. Hanfeizi (Hahn faydzee) “Its time to kick some butt”

  18. “The nature of man is evil. His goodness is required” Again- “When man can’t control himself, the government will do it for you”

  19. 1. What arguments does Hanfeizi make for his ideas concerning Legalism? 2. What does Hanfeizi say about the ignorant? 3. What is the ultimate goal of Legalism? Please read the “Analyzing Primary Sources” page and complete the following questions.

  20. Daoism; Simplicity is the way to go!!! Founded by Laozi= Lao-tzu Ideas found in the Tao-Te-Ching Live a primative life in harmony With nature Ignore artificial burdens such as Education and social do,s and Don’ts

  21. At the heart of Taoism is Dao or "The Way" A force which controls all of creation All things in nature are connected Findings one place in nature gives people a sense of harmony with the universe

  22. K.I.S.S. Keep it simple stupid Simplicity is the key to life

  23. Political Effects The government was the cause of most problems in China The best government is one that governs least Governments should be, “Do Nothings”

  24. A Question of Balance Man must strive to live in harmony Between : Yin= cool, dark, female, submissive Yang=warm, light, male and aggressive Any examples____________________

  25. Yin and Yang

  26. BUT IS THIS PRACTICAL? ISN’T THIS JUST A WAY TO ESCAPE REALITY? Today we call people who follow tHIs phIlosopHy Passivism

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