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a theory underlying or regarding a sphere of activity or thought

What is philosophy?. a search for a general understanding of values and reality by chiefly  theoretical rather than observational means. a theory underlying or regarding a sphere of activity or thought. the most basic beliefs, concepts, and attitudes of an individual or group.

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a theory underlying or regarding a sphere of activity or thought

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  1. What is philosophy? • a search for a general understanding of values and reality by chiefly theoretical rather than observational means • a theory underlying or regarding a sphere of activity or thought • the most basic beliefs, concepts, and attitudes of an individual or group

  2. Why did philosophies develop in Ancient China? • During the Warring States Period, war and social changes were disrupting everyday life • Government lacked • control • These philosophies • helped guide people and • the government to a • better life

  3. Confucius 551–479 BC Know as Master Kong in China From Qufu, Lu Province Known as a thinker, political figure, and educator His teachings are collected in The Analects

  4. Lao-zi 6th century BC His name - Lao = Old zi = Master From Ku County, Chu Province Known as a thinker, philosopher, and educator His teachings are collected in The Daodejing

  5. Zhuang-zi 369 – 286 BC Know as Master Chuang in China From Meng, Lu Province Known as a thinker, philosopher, and educator His teachings are collected in The DaodejingandZhuangzi

  6. Han Feizi 280 – 233 BC Know as Master Chuang in China From the Henan Province Known as a philosopher and a Han prince His teachings are collected in The Han Feizi

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