...Chinse Strategies Strategy 1 Fool the Emperor to Cross the Sea Moving about in the darkness and shadows, occupying isolated places, or hiding behind screens will only attract suspicious attention. To lower an enemy's guard you must act in the open hiding your true intentions under the guise of common every day activities. Japanese Folk Tale There once lived a Samurai who was plagued by a large and clever rat who had the run of the house. This annoyed the Samurai to no end so he went to the village to buy a cat. A street vendor sold him a cat that he said would catch the rat and indeed the cat looked trim and fit. But the rat was even quicker than the cat and after a week with no success the Samurai returned the cat. This time the vendor pulled out a large and grizzled cat and guaranteed that no rat could escape this master mouser. The rat knew enough to stay clear of this tough alley cat, but when the cat slept, the rat ran about. Half the day the rat would hide, but the other half he again had the run of the place. The Samurai brought the cat back to the vendor who shook his head in despair saying he had given the Samurai his best cat and there was nothing more he could do. Returning home with his money, the Samurai happened upon a monk and sought his advice. After hearing the Samurai's story the monk offered him the services of the cat that lived in the temple. The cat was old and fat and he scarcely seemed to notice when he was carried away by the doubtful Samurai. For...
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...Confucianism have to be seen side-by-side as two distinct responses to the social, political and philosophical conditions of life two and a half millennia ago in China. They both talk about the two sides of one condition. But Confucianism is greatly concerned with social relations, conduct and human society. Taoism has a much more individualistic and mystical character, greatly influenced by nature called spontaneous behavior (wu-wei). In Lao Tzu's view things were said to create "unnatural" action (wei) by shaping desires (yu). The process of learning the names (ming) used in the doctrines helped one to make distinctions between good and evil, beautiful and ugly, high and low, and "being" (yu) and "non- being" (wu), thereby shaping desires. To abandon knowledge was to abandon names, distinctions, tastes and desires. Do nothing is not really doing nothing. It follows and shapes the flow of events and not to pit oneself against the natural order of things. First and foremost is to be spontaneous in one’s actions. In this sense the Taoist doctrine of wu-wei can be understood as a way of mastering circumstances by understanding their nature or principal, and then shaping ones actions in accordance with facts and nature of past and present....
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...Zhuangzi is the man who incorporated a prose of constantly changing styles, with embedded verse passages. Many of his works were humors. The poems transitions from wise jokes to moments of profound melancholy and then to tight philosophical arguments that turn imperceptibly paradox. Zhuangzi helped create Daoism, which traces as back as the 6th Century. Daoism is about people living without worldly possessions and resting in non-action. On the other hand, there was not a religion of choice and Tao acted as a universal belief. The people of Tao believe that there is no God, but that the universe springs from the Tao. “The One” is the essential energy of life that enables people to be themselves and live in accordance to the Tao. Later on, Taoism became so well established, it became the official religion of the Tang dynasty. However, one story Zhuangzi wrote was about discrimination, in which he talks about discrimination between different animals and creatures in the world. The story states that there is a lot discrimination against different people who live moral lives. The “Discrimination” story by Zhuangzi emphasizes Daoist philosophy of perspective,individualism, and humility. Zhuangzi stories are very entertaining because they are thrilling and suspenseful. His words are so profound that they have to be read again. This gets his audience involved into the story and makes it interesting. In the “Zhuangzi, Perspectives, and Greater Knowledge” article it talks about the perspectives...
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...Cooperation is important management skill in project teams’ Abstract: Cooperation is one of management skills, so this paper aims to introduce the papers in this special issue which highlight the importance of cooperation in project teams’. Conceptual approaches to cooperation in project teams’ are described and a brief outline is given to each paper in the special issue. This special issue brings together studies that enhance our theoretical of understanding of cooperation, addressing core issues related to the role of the project teams’, and improve the skill in project team. Factors that facilitate or hinder cooperation in project teams’ are highlighted, and suggestions on how to deal with those issues in practice are provided. The papers facilitate understanding of the role of the importance of cooperation, the advantages of cooperation and improve it. Key words: project teams’ improve importance Introduction The management skills are the qualities and experience a person possesses that allows them to provide good leadership and organization to group or company. These skills are not only vital to large corporations but also to project teams. And these skills include cooperation, learning and communication. However, the most important skill of these is cooperation. Cooperation is one of the most important themes for modern organizations. Cooperation as a synergistic force is a core organizational process driving organizational effectiveness (Schalk and Petru...
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...University of Phoenix Material Daoism Worksheet Complete the following questions in detail. Answer each question with a 1- or 2-paragraph response that includes a reference citation. Make use of Experiencing the World’s Religions and other sources in your research as you complete the questions. 1. Describe the principles of yang and yin. The principle of Yin and Yang is a fundamental idea in Chinese philosophy and culture as a rule dating from the third century BCE or considerably prior. This guideline is that all things exist as inseparable and opposing alternate extremes, for instance female-male, dark- light and old-young. The two opposites are drawn toward each other and supplement one another and, as their symbol shows, every side has at its center a component of the other (represented by the little dots). Neither one of the poles is better than the other and, as an increment in one gets a comparing decline in the other, a right harmony between the two posts must be reached in order to accomplish congruity. 2. The main scripture in Daoism is the Daodejing (Tao Te Ching). What is the history and importance of this text for the tradition? The book has been linguistically dated to about 350 BCE, but it seems to have circulated in several earlier forms. In 1972, at the tombs of Mawangdui, archeologists discovered two ancient copies of the text that differ from the arrangement commonly used. Another shorter ancient version was found in a tomb at Guodian...
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...affected by buddhism, he read lots of books about it and always bring them up to discuss with me in our daily conversation. Under his influence, I have a rough understanding about buddhism and have involve some of its idea into my development of moral compass. Beside my father influence, my moral compass is also deeply affected by the idea of catholicism. This is due to the fact that I have been spending my whole childhood in catholic school from kindergarden to high school. Although I am not a Catholic, I am a great supporter of the idea of universal love of the catholicism, along with equality. Aside of these two religion, I am attracted by Taoism. I love its idea of “wu wei”. I found it enlightening and full of wisdom that I do not fully understand yet. My lifestyle is very influenced by “wu wei”, believing that sometime, doing nothing and let the outcome reveal itself naturally is the best solution. For an unknown reason, I find myself always in an unpopular stance compared to my peers. Perhaps this is due to my unique system of values differs greatly from my friends, and I have arguments with them, sometimes endangering our friendship. For example, regarding the...
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...a state of equilibrium and could never falter. People can get confused with Taoism, referring to the Tao as a person. The Tao is portrayed as “the way” or “the path.” Opposites such as dark and light, love and hate, male and female, and the famous Yin and Yang embody the whole of Taoism. One cannot coincide without the other. If not for the nature of the Tao, then people would not remain balanced in the universe and become troubled. To become one with the Tao, a person must leave all aggression and anger behind and live life passively, allowing everything to happen accordingly. You have to remain at peace with oneself. There is always a correct way to do everything. Another way to become united with the Tao is to practice the “wu-wei” or the “doing without doing.” Everything will fall into place and come out right, according to Taoism, if everyone does nothing. Let nature take its course. When reading the Tao, certain passages stuck out to me. I tried to interpret them into what I thought the message was. Chapter 55 talks about extending life, even superficial things, such as beauty. If you lost that beauty, then you basically lost it all. The same goes with your life. If you are focused on the Tao, then nothing can be lost. Chapter 57 was hard to analyze. It seems as if Lao-tzu is saying that the world is governed by the Tao and that no other acts are involved. The Tao is the supreme authority or the “master on when to act and when not to act.”...
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...Andrade 1 Andrew Andrade Mr. Barker Philosophy 101 9 February 2011 Word count: 2049 PHILOSOPHY Many people believe that philosophy is a subject meant for those who are lost in life. Its actually the opposite those who do not study philosophy are lost in life. In our everyday lives philosophy can be applied from our hygiene to our relationships. It is based on the questioning of every aspect of life to better gain an understanding of it. The better understanding of something can allow us to change the bad for the better or add to the good if need be. The big questions in philosophy are about the existence of god, our own existence, morality, ethics, reality, life’s meaning, and knowledge. All question have an ultimate goal to end pain and suffering whether it be in life or death. There have been many philosophers who believe that they have figured out the solution to suffering in life and death. They came up with guidelines and philosophies that would help people to be good morally in turn be good for all of mankind. Siddhartha Gautama, K’ung-fu-Tzu, and Lao Tzu all believed that their own ways were the most effective. Buddha was born into a royal family who believed in the traditional teachings of the Hindu religion. It involved reincarnation, karma, Brahmin priesthood, sacrificial system, and the caste system. With god and goddess, the better you do in a previous life the better your next life will...
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...| Confucianism and Taoism | | Chinese Politics [Date] | Confucianism and Taoism are some of the major religions in China. They have greatly influenced the culture of the Chinese people as well as their world view. The connection between the two religions has influenced many people over time. It can also be said that when the principles of both philosophies are put together, the outcome is a well-rounded person. The following is a discussion of the principles and philosophies behind these two religions as well as how the two religions interact and connect to influence an individual. Confucianism is a religion that bases its philosophy and principles on the teachings of Confucius, a Chinese philosopher who lived between 551 and 478 BC. The Philosophy behind Confucianism is humanism. Confucian devotees have a positive view of human beings and human nature. The world in the Confucian religion is seen through the ideal of humanism. This means that devotees of Confucianism hold it true that human beings are improvable, teachable and perfectible. Human beings can become perfect through individual and shared effort for example self-creation and cultivation. The general philosophy of Confucianism emphasizes individual and governmental morality, rightness of social relationships, sincerity and justice of the whole community.All devotees of Confucianism should practice ethics that are exemplified by the propagation of virtues or principles. There are many virtues that adherents...
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...Nadine Couto LIT-211 03/03/2014 The book Tao Te Ching was originally called Laozi, the author’s name. When people mentioned Laozi, they were referring to the book as well as the man. The Tao Te Ching is translated as The Classic of the Way and Its Virtue, or simply The Way of Life. Laozi was a quiet and secluded person, and no one would have known him had he not written the Tao Te Ching. No details are known with certainty about his life. The introduction has the purpose to describe the concept and structure of Tao. Lao Tzu was trying to explain something that was inexpressible with language. According to the text Laozi (Lao Tzu) “One of the difficulties of the poems in the Dao De Jing is that they do not provide explanations or definitions, The Dao De Jing begins with what seems to be a series of conclusions about the dao, a word and concept for which we have no English equivalent. “ (Crawford et al. 1603) With that being said, Tao is something that is beyond whatever we could possible describe. The first two lines on the introduction “ The Tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao/ The name that can be named is not the eternal name.” can be described as the Tao that can be completely explained or expressed in words is not the constant, eternally unchanging and true Tao. The main idea here is that the Tao is a concept beyond reason and logic. If the name of this Tao can be defined with words, then it is not the constant, eternally unchanging name of the...
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...My Dear Pupil, As you are no longer under my teaching and on your own I feel it necessary to write you this letter. Amid this world of such contrast and selfishness you will now go into the world armed with the knowledge I have given you. As we have discussed in my time in teaching you, I want to once again emphasize the importance of what we believe and practice in our day to day lives. Most importantly always follow the, “Tao, the source of all necessity, meaning, order, and existence, the Way the universe functions.” (Lao Tzu). You must always follow the Way with humbleness! Remember,” That even the wisest of humans is still ignorant”. (Lao Tzu, seventh-sixth century B.C.E.). To act on ignorance under the false front that is knowledge will lead not to progress with in the individual and society, but will actually have the opposite effect. We as humans are not to interfere with the world but rather create a humble understanding of the way our world functions. To do this you must understand all of the Tao. As humans we cannot force change on the world, simply follow the patterns that the universe has laid out before us. Never forget, “The Tao is like an empty bowl that holds and yields the vital energy in all things”. (Lao Tzu). Through this understanding you will reach fulfillment. Free yourself of all selfish desires and turn your attention and knowledge to the deep-rooted Tao, where all is one, and you will acquire the secrets of quiet...
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...SSC 1107 –ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS CASE STUDY PRESENTATION SCHEDULE MONDAY : SEPT @ 10 am – 12 p.m VENUE : LR 503 GROUP | MEMBERS | PROGRAM | DATE | PRESENTATION SLOT | 1 | TAJRIE AMIR AZRAI SHARIFF KEVIN CHAN GOH CHUN WEI RYAN CHAN CHIA CHUN GOAY SWEE HAO | DHM | 22nd Sept | 10.05-10.20 a.m | 2 | MAVIS ONG KASTURI SHAN MUGAN WEING PHOR NGE AGIM HARIZAJ CHENG ZHENG YEE ONG WAI YEE | DICTN | 22nd Sept | 10.25- 10.40 a.m | 3 | DANIEL LOO HIN YEE SEAN NG JIA WEI SWARNA NAIDU CHARMAINE NG YI YI LIN | DHM | 22nd Sept | 10.45 -11.00 a.m | 4 | CHUAH LING PHEI LIM CHIN YIEN STANLEY NG TAN XI QIAN JASON TAN XU CHEN | DHM | 22nd Sept | 11.05 – 11.20 a.m | 5 | CHEW YEW SENG TAN SU LING DINESH GOH HUI CHING ARAVIN KESHNI | DHM | 22nd Sept | 11.25 -11.40 a.m | 6 | | | 22nd Sept | 11.45 – 12.00 p.m | 7 | TAN CHIEW MEI ADELINE ONG WAN SHIJOCELYN CHAN SIN YUANJOEY LOO PEI YI | DHM | 29th Sept | 10.05-10.20 a.m | 8 | FONG YEE CHEN JARED WONG WEI TAT REGAN CHAN CHIA CHING KELVIN CHEAH NICHOLAS YAP | DICTN | 29th Sept | 10.25- 10.40 a.m | 9 | FLORENCE ANNE PEREIRA | TEO LEE CHING | | YEAP HAI HUNG | | WEE AI SIN | | T EH JINGWANG | | LEE MIN ZHAO | | | DICTN | 29th Sept | 10.45 -11.00 a.m | 10 | QUAH EE HWAILOW CHIAU THIANH’NG HUI WEN | BEEUB | 29th Sept | 11.05 – 11.20 a.m | 11 | LIM CHIA YEE CHEN XIN YI KOAY SHIR PHENG KHOR JIA SHAN HOR SAU SUN CARENNE LOH | DHM | 29th Sept | 11.25 -11.40 a.m | 12 | | | 29th Sept | 11...
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...University of Phoenix Material Daoism Worksheet Complete the following questions in detail. Answer each question with a 1- or 2-paragraph response that includes a reference citation. Make use of Experiencing the World’s Religions and other sources in your research as you complete the questions. 1. Describe the principles of yang and yin. Yin and Yang are represented by intertwined objects that look like commas. One is dark and one is white. The meaning is to show the balance between good and evil or any set of opposites. It shows that the opposite of one thing can turn onto the opposite of the other. The concept is that the universe expresses itself in opposite ways but in complementary ways like light and dark, birth and death, young and old, old and new, and the list goes on and on. The dot of the opposite color in each side is the seed that represents the division that will turn into the other (Molloy, 2012, Chapter 6). 2. The main scripture in Daoism is the Daodejing (Tao Te Ching). What is the history and importance of this text for the tradition? The Daodejing is highly regarded as one of the world’s premier religious texts. The title can be translated as the classical book about the Way and it’s power. There are multiple versions but the one most widely used dates back to the third century. The chapters do not have a clear pattern, rather they are read more as poetry. It may have perhaps originated as a collection of proverbs and oral sayings that were...
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...live if they are in harmony with the Dao; and it gives suggestions for experiencing the Dao. (Experiencing the World’s Religions) 3. How are Daoist ideals expressed through art? Offer several examples. Perspective is important in art. Paintings of cats, rabbits, birds, and deer which are the humbler elements of nature. Paintings of a bird or a stalk of bamboo seen close-up help the viewer see the mysterious energy at work in these nonhuman forms of life. 4. What challenges does Daoism face in the modern world? One challenge will come from the secularizing forces of the contemporary world. 5. Explain a situation to which following the Daoist principle of wu wei might be beneficial to you or others. In what situation might following the principle of wu wei be harmful in some way? Wu Wei translates to nondoing, no strain, effortless. By...
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...Karen Eiffel. “Death and Taxes”, also Harold’s life, was expected to be Eiffel’s most amazing book yet. Harold’s fate and Eiffel’s novel is one and the same thing, therefore her quote relates to Harold’s life and the events that surround it. Taoism is an important ancient religion practiced in China, Japan, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Vietnam by about five million people. There’s a principle in Taoism that’s called “Wu Wei”, and translated means: “non-doing” or “non-action”. “Wu Wei 無爲 (Chinese, literally “non-doing”) is an important concept of Taoism and means natural action, or in other words, action that does not involve struggle or excessive effort. Wu wei is the cultivation of a mental state in which our actions are quite effortlessly in alignment with the flow of life. This going with the flow, although it may be greatly productive, is characterized by great ease where we spontaneously act perfectly. This means that we do the right thing effortlessly and spontaneously, without trying.” [MYRKOTHUM – Wu Wei: http://www.myrkothum.com/wu-wei/] This principle of Taoism can be compared to what Eiffel says in Stranger Than Fiction. Both have the same morals and meanings being the principle. It’s a...
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