Hinduism And Confucianism

There are a variety of belief systems practiced throughout the world today. Many of these beliefs have developed massive followings, and as a result, have had a considerable amount of influence on culture in the areas where they are practiced. Hinduism, which based out of India, and Confucianism, which based out of China, had given their people a way to live their lives. More than 3000 years ago, the religion Hinduism was developed in the subcontinent of India. There is no specific founder of this polytheistic religion. However, it has been conceived that Hinduism is a result of cultural diffusion that occurred between Aryan invaders and the native peoples of India. Hinduism teaches the rigid social structure known as the caste system. As a result of this belief, Hindus believe in reincarnation, rebirth of the soul into another form. When you are reincarnated, you move up or down in the caste system. The ultimate goal in life (when reincarnation stops) is called moksha. To achieve moksha, you have to have good karma, or actions you do in this lifetime that will affect your next lifetime. Hinduism has had an enormous impact on India, and Southeast Asia. It influences simplicity, self-sufficiency and a desire to lead a less material life. Attraction to material wealth is shunned. Practicing this religion means the person has a deep …show more content…
He who believed that the only cure of China’s fracturing society was to stress a sense of social order and mutual respect. Confucianism teaches that there is a natural social order to society which can best be explained through the five relationships: ruler to subject, father to son, older brother to younger brother, husband to wife, and friend to friend. In each of these relationships, the first role is to set an example and be a role model for the second role. It was taught that if everyone knew his or her own place in society, then there would be