Power or law believed to be granted by a god.

A system of government based on land-owners and tenants

Spanned the four centuries from 206 bce to 220 ce. The powerful dynasty that established Chinese culture and was a model for all later dynasties.

Translates as "love of wisdom", is the study of some of the most basic questions about human life.

Was a Chinese philosopher and writer. Saw the chaos of the Warring States Period and concluded that one could make evil men act properly through strict laws.

The great Chinese philosopher, who devoted his life to teaching and learning, working to make education a means of improving Chinese society and government.

The earliest philosopher of Chinese Daoism.

This philosophy believes that people should live in harmony with nature. People must not have too many rules. Rulers rule best when they avoid interfering with people's lives

This philosophy's basic teachings are deep respect for ancestors, parents, and elders; the importance of polite behavior; and concern for other humans.

This philosphy believes that people are naturally selfish and would only behave well if they were forced to do so. Harsh punishments were necessary for people who did not follow the laws.