Academic papers on Asian Studies

Lun Y
An 8 page paper discussing the Lun Yu, also known as 'the Analects' of Confucius and comparing them to the views of Plato regarding the reformation of society. Bibliography lists five sources.
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Confucius vs. Plato / Their Ideas On Society & State
This 11 page research paper compares and contrasts the views of Confucius and Plato on society and the creation of a ruling state. Specifically discussed are the nature of man in terms of good and evil, what role, if any, a higher power plays;...
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Confucius, Alexander the Great & Socrates / A Comparison
A 4 page comparison of three historical figures, Confucius, Alexander the Great and Socrates. Discusses the accomplishments of each and presents a comparison of military verses philosophical pursuits. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Americans & Hui Muslims / A Cultural Comparison
A 6 page paper comparing and contrasting the culture of the Hui Muslims and that of Americans. Although the culture of America is far more complex an issue than that of the particular group of Chinese Muslims, a general comparison and contrast is...
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The Hui Muslim Of China - A Culture Unlike Anything In The U.S.
This 7 page report discusses the Hui Muslims of northwest China. Muslim separatists want to recover or liberate the land they call 'East Turkistan.' Violence has broken out in what the Chinese government has referred to as 'counter-revolutionary...
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Hui Muslims: Their Culture Verses 'Mainstream' American Culture
A 7 page exploration of the definition of culture as it relates to the Hui Muslims of China and the 'mainstream' American culture. Proposes that the biggest difficulty in such an overview is the definition of 'mainstream.' Bibliography lists 4...
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Taoism -- Ancient Chinese Religion
A complete, 9 page overview of Taoism-- an ancient Chinese religion. The writer discusses the philosophy, traditions, practices, and rituals of Taoist people as well as some of their legends and sacred scripts. Variations of Taoism, Taoism's...
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Taoism -- Approach to Turbulence Analyzed
This 6 page research paper examines the emergence of Taoism in feudal China. Specifically considered are the natural characteristics and elements of Taoism such as the explanation of the universe, invisible and visible Tao, good and evil, morality...
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Taoism in Feudal China
This 8 page research paper examines the emergence of Taoism as a response to the war-like mentality of feudal China. Specifically considered are the similarities and differences between Taoism and Confucianism and the elements of Taoism as discussed...
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Confuscianism, Taoism, Legalism
A 5 page paper that discusses Arthur Waley's [author of book w/ same name] opinion and categorization of pre-Han eastern religious/philosophical debates in regard these three dimensions of thought. The writer argues that Waley's view is limited by...
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Tao Te Ching
a 6 page paper on this Chinese philosophy. The writer explores the history of Tao and gives a summary of its basic principles. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Heidegger, Zen Buddhism, and the Value of Meditative Thinking
A 9 page paper outlining the teachings of Heidegger and Zen Buddhists. The writer examines the similarities in both views of reality, self, and the value of meditation as it relates to their ideas. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Kant, Suzuki, & The Philosophy Of Zen Buddhism
A 6 page paper on the differences and similarities between the theories and philosophies of Immanual Kant, and Suzuki Roshi. It gives some insight into each of these two philosophies, explaining how they work in practice and in theory. The writer...
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Hu Shih & D. T. Suzuki / Philosophy of Zen Buddhism
In 9 pages the author debates between the philosophies of Hu Shih and D. T. Suzuki and how each argues Zen philosophy. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Zen Meditation
A 6 page research paper on the history and practice Zen Meditation. Zen essentially teaches that inner transformative power is found within our own selves and not through pious acts or learning from established masters. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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