Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism are the three major religions in China, although it is true to say that Confucianism is a school of philosophy rather than a religion.Generally speaking, Chinese people do not have a strong religious inclination but despite this the three main faiths have had a considerable following. The fact that Confucianism is a philosophy rather than religion meant that it became the orthodox doctrine for Chinese intellectuals in the days of the feudalist society. However, these intellectuals did not stick to their doctrine as a believer clings to his belief. Someone summarized the true attitude of Chinese intellectuals as - they followed the teachings of Confucius and Mencius when they were successful but would turn to Taoism when they were frustrated.
Many people say they are Buddhists yet have never read the sutras. Most people will say they believe in gods, destiny, fate, luck and an afterlife. Even so, on most occasions, rather than rely on prayer, people will make decisions all by themselves or resort to either family or friends for help. A visible human being is considered far more reliable than invisible gods or spirits.
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Travelers' Voices on Religions & Beliefs in China
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Jun. 3,2009 16:39 Reply
Mr.china(china) said:
i think that religon is a load of crap becouse u cant see the god or who ever u think is there the real god is the god of music thats that
Jun. 30,2009 20:45
Ms.Stewie(usa) replied:
It is very sad for u to say what u said. when u wake in the morning or go to bed at night u dont have to, its not gaurantee. u r just ignorant and u need to take a few seconds out of ur busy life to read the bible and learn about the creator our god my god your god.
2.
May. 14,2009 16:23 Reply
Mrs.Farris(USA) said:
China's beliefs that Marco Polo discovered was about what they thought. It is different than lets say...
their religion, religion is like their beliefs but if you want more information on beliefs; the kind that isn't religion. Research- Marco Polo's belief studies from China.
3.
May. 6,2009 02:05 Reply
Mr.bonnici(nsw) said:
that this is so buetuful that i may put in my story about religions and beliefs
4.
Apr. 29,2009 22:45 Reply
Ms.vijayah(Malaysia) said:
pls help me and give 6D i need money badly
to solved problem.
my date of birt is 26.07.1977 @2.15 pm
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Apr. 26,2009 12:28 Reply
Mr.superman(canada) said:
should explain the beliefs well
6.
Dec. 6,2008 09:44 Reply
Ms.Erica(NY) said:
What do China belive in?
Dec. 6,2008 21:01
Mr.Xu(China) replied:
Actually, most of Chinese don't have religion.
Dec. 9,2008 17:32
Mr.fisher(america) replied:
Well it matters what part of China, What race, What is their history, and stuff like that. so they believe in gods and godeses and the one and only god of abraham.
Apr. 18,2009 23:59
Mrs.pretty woman(usa) replied:
buddhism and um........... there's otherr 2 but cant remember
7.
Dec. 4,2008 11:13 Reply
Mr.rachel(india) said:
I think main beliefs should include mor info about that pleaes i am working on a project
Dec. 9,2008 17:34
Mr.fisher(america) replied:
well i agree butsome times not evrything is revealed because you want to know. It can be privae so you just have to look arder and keep trying.
Dec. 12,2008 16:09
Mrs.hi(jamica) replied:
hi im so excited to visit china!
Apr. 18,2009 23:56
Mrs.PRETTY WOMAN(USA) replied:
hey
me too
i have a SPEECH TO DO!!!
HELP ME OUT PEOPLE !
I HAVE ONLY DONE A COUPLE OF PAPER(PARAGRAPHS)
BUT I HAVE TO DO IT FOR 4 MINTUES
IT'S DRIVIN ME CRAZY THIS SPPECH
HELP ME OUT PLZ !!!
8.
Mar. 30,2009 00:26 Reply
Mr.FRIED CHIKEN(UNTED STATES) said:
I LOVE BELIEFS BECAUSE U BELIEVE IN SOMTHING OR SOMEONE & IT GET'S PASSED TO GENERATIONS TO GENERATIONS
Mar. 30,2009 01:46
Ms.lailani(china) replied:
hey
religion is something we should pride in ourself and others
Apr. 18,2009 23:50
Mrs.Pretty Woman(USA) replied:
hi, MR.FRIED CHIKEN(UNITED STATES)
IM Mrs Pretty Woman
i agree wil ur comment .
Very Real
ps have u seen twilight it's awesome !!!!!!
9.
Apr. 2,2009 10:26 Reply
Mr.elliot(isreal) said:
umm is china tolernet of diferent religions
10.
Mar. 15,2009 07:33 Reply
Mr.maikouix(puerto rico) said:
i'm confused with confucianism