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What is philosophy?. a search for a general understanding of values and reality by chiefly theoretical rather than observational means. a theory underlying or regarding a sphere of activity or thought. the most basic beliefs, concepts, and attitudes of an individual or group. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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a search for a general understanding of values and reality by chiefly theoretical rather than observational means
a theory underlying or regarding a sphere of activity or thought
the most basic beliefs, concepts, and attitudes of an individual or group
What is philosophy?
Why did philosophies develop in Ancient China?
During the Warring States Period, war and social changes were disrupting everyday life
Government lacked control
These philosophies helped guide people and the government to a better life
Confucius 551–479 BC
Know as Master Kong in China
From Qufu, Lu Province
Known as a thinker, political figure, and educator
His teachings are collected in The Analects
Lao-zi6th century BC
His name - Lao = Old zi = Master
From Ku County, Chu Province
Known as a thinker, philosopher, and educator
His teachings are collected in The Daodejing
Zhuang-zi 369 – 286 BC
Known as a thinker, philosopher, and educator
From Meng, Lu Province
Know as Master Chuang in China
His teachings are collected in The Daodejing and Zhuangzi
Han Feizi280 – 233 BC
Known as a philosopher and a Han prince
From the Henan Province
Know as Master Chuang in China
His teachings are collected in The Han Feizi
