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Three Chinese Philosophies (Background: What was happening in China that…
Three Chinese Philosophies
Confucianism
Legalism
Founder
Hanfeizi
280-233 BCE
Prince
State of Han
Saw the end of Warring States Period
Wanted orderly society
Disagreed with Confucius
Teachings
based on people that are selfish
always pursue self-interest
not enough for rulers to set good example
should have strict laws and harsh punishments for bad behavior
Civil servants should be punished for doing a poor job
people criticizing the government should be banished
rulers were frequently overthrown
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rewards for good behavior
Background: What was happening in China that inspired these new ''schools of thought.''
Mandate of Heaven
Feudalism
Warring States Period
Daoism