Chinese Beliefs & Religions

Chinese Beliefs & ReligionsBuddhism Confucianism Taoism

FounderTeachings & Beliefs

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Afterlife - - -

Buddhism Confucianism TaoismFounder Siddhartha

GautamaConfucius Lao Tzu

Gods Polytheistic N/A Spirits & deities

Teachings & Beliefs

-Life is full of suffering-Goal of life is to escape suffering-Reincarnation (i.e. rebirth)-Karma

-”Code of conduct”-Everyone has a function in society-Emphasis on honesty, loyalty, & proper behaviors (manners)

-”The Tao” (go with the flow)-Yin/Yang-Goal is to achieve inner peace

Afterlife Reincarnation N/A Nothing

Chinese Beliefs & Religions