China: Traditional Religions

The video explores the influence of various belief systems on Chinese culture. Despite China's official atheism, religions like Islam, Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism have shaped its cultural landscape. Confucianism emphasizes family and social ethics, Daoism focuses on harmony with nature, and Buddhism offers spiritual liberation. Chinese folk religion blends these beliefs with mythology and ancestor worship.

Which region in China is significantly influenced by Islam?

• Tibet

• Xinjiang

• Shanghai

• Beijing

Who is the founder of Confucianism?

• Cai Shen

• Confucius

• Buddha

• Lao Tzu

What is the central concept of Daoism that represents the union of opposites?

• Yin-Yang

• Tao

• I Ching

• Feng Shui

Which practice is used in Daoism to create harmony in one's environment?

• Astrology

• Feng Shui

• Tai Chi

• Meditation

From which country did Buddhism arrive in China?

• Nepal

• India

• Japan

• Thailand

What is the name of the Chinese folk religion also known as?

• Shénism

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Buddhism

What is the purpose of burning joss paper in Chinese folk religion?

• To bring good luck

• To predict the future

• To help ancestors in the afterlife

• To honor Confucius