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Philosophy Warm Up

Philosophy Warm Up. As you watch the following clip, think about the word “philosophy”. http://viewpure.com/U6vLAa-kylM After watching, answer these questions in your notebook: What does the word “philosophy” mean? What is the point of having a philosophy? Why is it important?.

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Philosophy Warm Up

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  1. Philosophy Warm Up • As you watch the following clip, think about the word “philosophy”. http://viewpure.com/U6vLAa-kylM • After watching, answer these questions in your notebook: • What does the word “philosophy” mean? • What is the point of having a philosophy? Why is it important?

  2. Draw a line under your Philosophy Warm Up

  3. Background Info • “philosophy” comes from Greek roots: philo = love and sophia = wisdom • The study of truths or principles • A system of beliefs to guide everyday life

  4. Three Chinese Philosophies

  5. Title the right side page: Three Chinese Philosophies • Divide the whole page into 4 boxes • Label the boxes like this:

  6. Philosophy in China • Late Zhou dynasty and Warring States period (770-453 B.C.E.) • Great power struggles between states (kingdoms) create instability • Rulers searched for best way to govern based on understanding of human nature • Three most influential philosophies were Confucianism, Daoism, & Legalism

  7. Confucianism • Founder: Kongfuzi, also called Confucius • Goal: Fair/peaceful society • Belief: • Society = relationships. • When people act correctly society thrives • Respect and obey those above you, model for those below you • Wisdom in word and action is more important than $

  8. Daoism • Founder: Laozi, a Zhou court advisor • Goal: Create harmony by finding natural balance • Belief: • The Dao, or “Way” is a force that gives order to the universe • Nature is full of opposites, represented by yin and yang (i.e. light & dark, life & death) • Avoid feeling self-important or trying to achieve wealth and fame—it is not natural • Laws and rules prevent natural harmony, so a ruler should rule as little as possible

  9. Legalism • Founder: Hanfeizi, a prince from Han state • Goal: create peace and order through strict laws • Belief: • People are selfish and cannot be trusted, even family members • Rulers should use strict laws and absolute power to create order • Reward good behavior, but punish bad behavior severely

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