Eastern Philosophies and Religions

This philosophy was founded in northern India by Siddhartha Guatama.

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism

The Ying/Yang symbol represents the fact that opposites are not enemies or opposing forces, but instead are complementary ones. This derives from what philosophy/religion?

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism

This religion believes in Kami, which are invisible spirits that animate all things and all life.

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism

This philosophy believes that we are, due to our desires, in a state of constant suffering, and the only way to overcome this pain is to get rid of our desires.

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism

This philosophy’s long-lasting impacts are still seen in the Chinese government today.

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism

This philosophy/religion means “The Way” or “The Path” to virtue, happiness, and harmony.

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism

This philosophy places a very high importance on respect to others and your place and specific duties in society.

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism

This philosophy believes in following the Eightfold Path, because you should exercise good deeds as though you are exercising your muscles.

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism

The Sand Mandala demonstrates the beauty of ___________.

• The Way
• Impermanence
• Ying/Yang
• Filial Piety

This philosophy/religion looks at the discord in the world, but sees an underlying harmony.

• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Shintoism
• Confucianism