Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Dr. Ryan questions whether Confucianism is a religion. 
Is it a religion?
What makes up a religion?


4 comments:

  1. From a dictionary

    Religion
    N
    a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, especially when considered as the creation of a superhuman agency or agencies, usually involving devotional and ritual observances, and often containing a moral code governing the conduct of human affairs.

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  2. She mentioned other religions. Christianity is the fastest growing religion in China. Some studies show that it may be the largest Religion in China within 15 years. How do the panelists feel that will effect traditional chinese culture?

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  3. aharris--
    What does this definition mean for you, though? cushchem's question is a really good one-- how will the following of Confucian tenets trickle down to lasting cultural changes? anyone?

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  4. I'm wondering what forms of Christianity are taking root in China. It would seem that denominations with strong internal hierarchies and stringent doctrines would go against the flow of Chinese history and spiritual development.

    More questions than answers. :-)

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