Compare and contrast the basic orientations and teachings of Confucianism, Daoism and Chinese Buddhism.
To what extent and in what ways do you find them compatible?
What are their points of contact and departure?
For this assignment you should refer to the assigned portions of the Chinese Religions e-book. Page numbers are required for all references to the e-book. Add on separate section of essay – short 1 paragraph answers to the following questions:
1. Is Confucianism a religion?
2. Does Daoism contradict
3. How is Chinese Buddhism different from Indian Buddhism?
4. In what ways do the Zen and Pure Land traditions capture the Buddha′s original teachings?