Comparative_Analysis_Final world religion

Traditional portrait, good for “Origin of Confucianism” slide or intro slides.
A statue with temple background. Works for “Morality” or “Purpose” when illustrating Confucian themes.
For background or slide about historical context or architecture.

1. Comparative Analysis of Confucianism, Daoism, and Shintoism Based on 'Introduction to World Religion and Belief Systems' Focus: Origins, Morality, Purpose, Destiny, Views on Women, Conclusion

2. Introduction Confucianism, Daoism, and Shintoism are East Asian belief systems. They shaped values, traditions, and worldviews in China and Japan. This presentation compares their similarities and differences.

3. Origin of Confucianism Founded by Confucius (551–479 BCE) in China. Emphasized moral virtue, social harmony, and education.

4. Morality in Confucianism Central virtue: filial piety (respect for parents and elders). Focus on benevolence, righteousness, and proper conduct. Ethics serve as foundation for good governance.

5. Purpose of Life in Confucianism To cultivate virtue and maintain social harmony. Achieving balance through education and moral action.

6. Destiny in Confucianism Destiny shaped by Heaven (Tian) but influenced by moral behavior. A good legacy is considered true immortality.

7. Views on Women in Confucianism Traditionally patriarchal; women expected to obey fathers, husbands, sons. Limited roles in society compared to men.

8. Origin of Daoism Attributed to Laozi (6th century BCE). Based on the Dao De Jing, emphasizing harmony with the Dao (Way).

9. Morality in Daoism Naturalness and simplicity are key virtues. Wu wei (non-action): aligning with natural flow. Values compassion, humility, and moderation.

10. Purpose of Life in Daoism To live in harmony with the Dao. Seek balance with nature and inner peace.

11. Destiny in Daoism Belief in spiritual immortality and unity with the Dao. Immortality pursued through meditation, alchemy, and balance.

12. Views on Women in Daoism Recognizes yin-yang duality, giving women an essential role. More balanced than Confucianism, with respect for feminine power.

13. Origin of Shintoism Indigenous religion of Japan. Centered on kami (spirits/deities) connected to nature and ancestors.

14. Morality in Shintoism Focuses on purity, sincerity, and harmony with nature. Rituals cleanse impurity and strengthen community.

15. Purpose of Life in Shintoism To live in harmony with kami. Maintain purity through rituals and traditions.

16. Destiny in Shintoism Death unites individuals with their ancestors. Emphasis on continuity of family and honoring kami.

17. Views on Women in Shintoism Women served as priestesses in rituals. Reverence for goddesses such as Amaterasu, the sun deity.

18. Comparative Analysis: Origins Confucianism: China, Confucius. Daoism: China, Laozi. Shintoism: Japan, indigenous traditions.

19. Comparative Analysis: Morality Confucianism: virtue, duty, filial piety. Daoism: naturalness, wu wei. Shintoism: purity, rituals.

20. Comparative Analysis: Purpose Confucianism: ethical living, social harmony. Daoism: balance, simplicity, unity with Dao. Shintoism: harmony with kami and nature.

21. Comparative Analysis: Destiny Confucianism: moral legacy, social order. Daoism: immortality, unity with Dao. Shintoism: union with ancestors, kami.

22. Comparative Analysis: Women Confucianism: patriarchal roles. Daoism: balance through yin-yang. Shintoism: priestesses, female deities.

23. Similarities All emphasize harmony and order in life. Connection to ancestors, spirits, or cosmic order.

24. Differences Confucianism: social and moral ethics. Daoism: harmony with nature and Dao. Shintoism: rituals and kami worship.

25. Influence on Asian Culture Shaped traditions, politics, and family structures. Still influence modern societies in China and Japan.

26. Final Conclusion These religions shaped moral values and cultural identity. They continue to inspire balance, harmony, and respect for tradition.

27. Visual Summary Side-by-side chart of key aspects. Origins, morality, purpose, destiny, women.

28. Thank You Questions and Answers.