Shintoism, and the philosophy of Confucianism. Religions of Southern and Eastern Asia: Buddhism, Hinduism, Shintoism and Confucianism SS7G12 The student will analyze the diverse cultures of the people who live in Southern and Eastern Asia. b. Compare and contrast the prominent religions in Southern and Eastern Asia: Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Shintoism, and the philosophy of Confucianism. .

Religious Group: Choose to be in. Believe in the same religious beliefs. Ethnic Group: Share language, race, customs and traditions, common ancestors.

A Short Introduction to Hinduism [stop after 5:43] The primary religion of India Based on the idea of reincarnation (rebirth) It teaches that people can dictate how they are reborn by how they live at present A Short Introduction to Hinduism [stop after 5:43]

Hinduism One of the oldest religions in the world. 80%+ of Indians are Hindu Do not following teachings of a man. Believe in many gods who are all images from a single god Brahma Not Polytheistic

Hinduism Followers of the Hindu religion believe.. Karma : a positive and negative force caused by a persons actions; determines ones position after they are reborn. Reincarnation - rebirth. The Vedas are many texts that teach Hindus behavior

Hinduism Hindus also believe in the Caste System Social order one is born into for life. Brahmans (priests) Kashatriyas (soldiers) Vaishyas (merchants) Shudras (laborers)

Buddhism Founded in India by Siddhartha Gautama (a Hindu) who was searching for enlightenment Became enlightened while sitting under a Bo or Bodhi tree Named Buddha (means enlightened one)

Buddhism Followers do not believe in the teachings of Buddha, not a god Four Noble Truths and Eight Fold Path Tripitaka (holy book) Ultimate goal is to reach Nirvana (Perfect Peace) Reincarnation- a cycle of birth and rebirth Behavior in present life determines what you will be in next life Rejects the caste system. Anyone can achieve Nirvana Worship in Temples.

Buddhism: Noble Truths There is suffering in the world. To live is to suffer. The cause of suffering is self-centered desire and attachments. The solution is to eliminate desire and attachments. To reach nirvana, one must follow the Eightfold Path.

BUDDHISM VOCABULARY Siddhartha Gautama- founder of Buddhism  became known as the Buddha Buddha- Enlightened One Four Noble Truths- basic teachings of Buddhism Nirvana- a state of happiness and peace Eightfold Path- set of guidelines for right living in Buddhism

Buddhism A religious belief system based on the spiritual teachings of Buddha. Centering on the idea of reincarnation (rebirth), it teaches that people can find true enlightenment (clarification) by ending desire, which is the cause of suffering. It originated in India and spread throughout Southern & Eastern Asia. Eastern Philosophy: The Buddha [5:43] The Fourteen Teachings of Buddha [3:59] Buddha’s Thoughts [2:45]

Confucianism Not a religion, but a way of life which is based on the teachings of its founder Founded in China by the philosopher Confucius Believed he could bring peace to ancient China His teachings stressed the importance of the family Children should respect their parents Subjects should respect their ruler Rulers should treat their people fairly People should set a good example with their behavior The Golden Rule

Confucianism Each person has a place in society and they must accept their positions so that society can function well In his 50s, Confucius wandered from state to state giving unsolicited advice to rulers on how to improve their governing

Shintoism Earliest known religion of Japan Centers around Kami The spirit of a god Unlike Islam, Buddhism, or Hinduism Shintoism has not spread to other parts of the world. No rules for moral living No concepts of a single god

Shintoism Shintoists…. Reverent to nature, life, birth, and fertility Worship their ancestors in Shrines Believe ancestors become Kami Many people who practice Shintoism also practice another religion. Shamans are Shinto Priests who communicate with the spirits A Tori is the gate to all Shinto Shrines

Shintoism The Gods of Shinto [2:00] Shintoism is almost exclusively associated with Japan. Most Japanese people practice Shinto rituals, and most people who practice Shinto rituals are Japanese. Observing Shintoism is part of nationalism in Japan. In addition to honoring Shinto obligations, many Japanese also follow other teachings, such as those of Buddhism or Confucianism. The Gods of Shinto [2:00]