Religions of Ancient China
This work provides an overview of the major religions practiced in ancient China, including Taoism and Confucianism. It explores their origins, key tenets, and historical development. The text also examines the role of these religions in Chinese society and culture.
By Herbert A. Giles · First published 1876 · Genre: History, Religion, Cultural Studies · 5 chapters · 18,360 words
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Philosophical Theory of the Universe. -- The problem of the universe has never offered the slightest difficulty to Chinese philosophers. Before the beginning of all things, there was Nothing. In the lapse of ages Nothing coalesced into Unity, the Great Monad. After more ages, the Great Monad separated into Duality, the Male and Female Principles in nature; and then, by a process of biogenesis, the visible universe was produced.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Herbert A. Giles
- Date: 1876 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: History, Religion, Cultural Studies, Non-fiction, Anthropology
- Length: 18,360 words
- Structure: 5 chapters, 192 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- History — The book provides a historical overview of religious practices in ancient China.
- Religion — It focuses on the religious beliefs and systems of ancient China.
- Cultural Studies — The text explores the cultural context and impact of religion in ancient Chinese society.
- Non-fiction — The book is a factual account based on historical and religious studies.
Tags
Ancient Chinese History · Religion · Philosophy · Buddhism · Taoism · Confucianism · Shamanism · Folk Religion · Chinese Culture · History of China · Eastern Philosophy · Spirituality
Contents
- The Ancient Faith
- Confucianism
- Taoism
- Materialism
- Buddhism and other Religions