INFLUENCE OF CONFUCIANISM, TAOISM AND BUDDHISM ON THE SOCIAL TRADITIONS OF CHINA AND NEIGHBORING COUNTRIES (JAPAN)

Abstract

There are many teachings that have a strong influence on the public consciousness of the Far East, including Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism, and their role in shaping the Chinese mentality and consciousness. The history of the emergence of these religions on the territory of the states is analyzed, during which various aspects of the relationship of Confucianism and Buddhism with the state are studied.