Belief Comparison - Confucism, Taoism, Legalism

Beliefs of Taoism:

• Taoists believe people are not good or bad
• Taoists believe people need to be in tune with nature
• Taoists believe people do not need to argue or to be persuaded
• Taoists believe in a simple life so you can be yourself

Beliefs of Confucius

• He believed in respect; people should respect the ruler. 
• He believed that people should respect each other.
• He believed in good moral conduct. 
• He believed in a code of behavior, a structured life. 

Beliefs of Legalists

• Legalists believe in strict laws
• Legalists believe in harsh punishment
• Legalists believe in firm management and tight control.
• Legalists believe these things are needed because people are naturally bad.

Taoism

Confucius

Legalism

Ancient Chinese Religion