Ancient Chinese Philosophies

Also known as the "positive philosophy"

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

Founded by Confucius

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

This philosophy believes in "ren" or the goodness and concern for other people.

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

This philosophy believes in "Li" or courtesy and respect.

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

The golden rule is a part of this philosophy. Treat others as you wish to be treated.

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

Founded by Laozi

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

The "neutral philosophy"

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

Believes in oneness, balance, cycling and harmony.

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

This philosophy believes that the way to follow the will of nature is NOT through action, but through inaction.

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

Founded by Han Fei (Feizi)

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism