Daoism And Buddhism In Ancient China

The Haunted Monastery is a mystery novel, which also depicts the differences between Daosim, Confucianism and Buddhism in ancient China. After Judge Dee and his three wives are stranded in the mountains of Han-yuan in the midst of a violent storm whilst travelling home, they have no choice but to spend the night in an old, notoriously peculiar, Daoist monastery. The novel describes Judge Dee’s adventure in attempting to solve a bizarre mystery: the murders of three innocent, young women, and the former Abbot. Throughout the novel, the distinct aspects of Confucianism, Daoism and Buddhism are portrayed through various characters and events that take place during Judge Dee’s unforgettable night. Judge Dee’s night concludes with the shocking discovery that the brutal murderer and the mastermind behind the villainous acts was Master Sun, a seemingly intelligent, charming and well-respected man. …show more content…
Firstly, I will show how this idea is portrayed through the differences in religious lifestyles of Daoism, Confucianism and Buddhism. Secondly, I will develop this idea by comparing the characteristics of the Confucianist “hero,” Judge Dee, and the Daoist “villian,” Master Sun. Lastly, this idea will be shown through contrasting the differences in Confucianism and Daoism that are found among women throughout the