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Philosophy: The Power of Ideas
Philosophy: The Power of Ideas, 5/e
Brooke Moore
Kenneth Bruder

Eastern Influences

Short Answer



1

What is the basic metaphysical belief of Hinduism?
2

What is the main cause of human suffering, according to Buddha, and how do we attain nirvana?
3

What is the sage like according to Taoism, and why?
4

Describe the Confucian sage. Why is it important that the ruler be one, according to Confucius?
5

What is the connection between the well-ordered family and the well-ordered state, for Confucius?
6

What did Hui Neng mean by saying there are no things?
7

What's the basic connection between Shintoism and Mahayana Buddhism?
8

What was Murasaki's vision of enlightenment for women in Buddhist society, and how did it differ from traditional views?
9

Distinguish Dogen Zenji's Lesser Vehicle (Lesser Way) from his Greater Vehicle (Greater Way).
10

Why did samurai warriors train under Zen Buddhist priests, and why was this somewhat ironic?