Question

It has been commonly said that Confucianism and Taoism are two sides of the same coin, so what do Confucianism and Taoism have in common and how are they also widely divergent? What do Confucianism and Taoism have in common with the other Eastern religions discussed so far in the course?

Answer 1

Confucius and Taoism were coexisted in Chinese society for a long time. while advocated religious philosophies people tend to think them as same but there are crucial differences. while Confucius has entrusted the task of social issues, Taoism lays more stress on individual unfolding the meaning of life. Both religions have a vital role to play in Chinese society.