Daoism vs. Confusianism
Amidst the chaos of political instability and constant warring of the Zhou (Chou) era, arose many intellectual thinkers that brought such profound impact in the field of politics, religion and philosophy. (Lower and Rajendra 1985:93) Even to the day, their influence can be espied in the many matters of China. Confucianism became the paramount school of thinking and later significant philosophies such as Daoism and Legalism gained immense recognition as well. (Lower and Rajendra 1985:93) Each party had their own proposals for creating an idealistic political society where the many problems they faced in their everyday lives could be eliminated. (Hansen 1992:61) All three approaches were very distinct but at the same time, they contained certain similarities as well. In my reasoning, I find that Confucianism and Daoism could be paralleled in many ways to find several common grounds. On the other hand, Legalism goes on to take a more unique approach which was much different from the either Daoism or Confucianism. Kongfuzi (Confucius, a Latinised name) was born in 551 B.C, to a poor family of the lower nobility. (Lower and Rajendra 1985:93) Throughout his life, he relentlessly tried to gain an office with a prominent ruler
Daoism, just like the predecessor and also as the name implies, puts emphasis on "the way," that a certain individual is to abide to. (McKenzie 1986:39) Every individual was considered equal under the law making the system run a state instead of what the ruler deemed fit. com/find/confusianism, 12 October 2000. Both systems disliked governments that employed killing and wished for a non-aggressive rule. (McKenzie 1986:192) Since Confucius did not succeed in completing a manual of his views, these followers had to derive their own interpretations of the system, which now formulate the Analects. (Wakeman 1975:196) Both beliefs also agree that individuals should foster compassion, humility and moderation for a successful society. (Lower and Rajendra 1985:95) Of his followers, Mencius and Xunzi became the most renowned. (McKenzie 1986:192) Also to revert to primitive agrarian communities and a government that did not control or interfere with life. As all the three beliefs displayed such diverse concepts, they all reigned as the official religion of China for either brief or prolonged periods of time, reinforcing the fact that although there are similarities and differences between all three philosophies, ultimately they reigned supreme during their time. " (Ames 1983:114) While Confucianism focuses mainly on social order, Daoism puts its central focus on being one with nature. Which rituals will you follow?", Hanfeizi. (China: The History and The Mystery, ?, video) Unfortunately, Confucius died in 479 B.
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