RLG100Y1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 32: Human Beings In Buddhism, Special Relationship, Chinese Philosophy

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21 Apr 2016
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All chinese philosophy focused on an ideal human being. Religion in an ancient chinese context: we don"t know a whole lot about ancient chinese religion, but what we do know suggests that it was a shamanic tradition. Because he is empowered to interpret signs, oracles, to provide guidance for the community through interpretation of natural forces. Shamanic religions also involve the idea of spirit possession. Shaman traditional culture someone who can channel cosmic spirit. One is understood as saving the country from terrible floods. Caste of revered characters in ancient china. Continues in chinese ideas, mythology, culture at the popular level, all through history. This is what we know through ancient chinese history. East asian context world is understood as being a good benevolent place. Universe itself is benevolent and bountiful, offering great gifts. The east asian worldview has a great appreciation for the world we have.

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