Taoism in Feudal China
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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 in Lao Tzu's official text, Tao Te Ching, on such issues as the natural explanation of the universe, invisible and visible Tao, characteristics, causes of world misery, war, material greed, lawlessness, and desires. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Taofeud.wps

Taoism -- Ancient Chinese Religion
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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 relevance to Confucianism, and the endurance of the religion today-- are among the many other subtopics covered in this comprehensive discussion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Taoism.wps

Notions of Rulership in Chinese State Craft in 'Tao Te Ching' and Writings of Han Fei
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A 7 page paper which compares and contrasts the notions of rulership in Lao Zi's Tao Te Ching (Dao De Jing) and the writings of Han Fei to consider whether it is possible to read Lao Zi as a political theorist, how this limits the interpretation of Tao Te Ching, how Han Fei incorporates Lao Zi-like mysticism in his view of the ideal polity, with particular attention to the role of the individual in his political philosophy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGlaohan.rtf

Tao Te Ching
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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.
Filename: Taoching.wps

Confuscianism, Taoism, Legalism
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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 his own interpretation of the that discourse. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Conftao.wps

Taoism
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This 3 page report briefly discusses the ideas of Taoism and how it developed. The report points out some of its most fundamental concepts and notes how it has evolved throughout history. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWtao.rtf

Taoism And Water
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2 pages in length. According to Tao belief, water is that which gives life to all and asks nothing in return. This sentiment is what guides Taoism in such a direction as to possess complete reverence for the clear, flowing liquid. The writer discusses how equated with the highest good, water is symbolic of all things real and alive, allowing all who pass upon it to reap its benefits without apology. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCtao.wps

The Spanish - American War / U.S. Relations With the Philippines
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This 8 page paper analyzes causes of the Spanish-American War as it affected the U.S. acquisition of the Philippines. The U.S. interest in the region, and in Spanish politics, is discussed. Public and political forces that shaped the country in 1898 are dissected. The interest in this subject as the Philippines celebrated 100 years of independence is considered. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Philus.wps

Korean Unification: A Long and Bumpy Path
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This 40 page paper considers the issue of Korean unification and the process of achieving peace and reunification between North and South Korea. This paper considers the role the US is playing and the future of regional relations and attempts to assess why the process of reunification is so complicated. In addition, this paper focuses on other international elements, including the role of both Russia and the US, the post-Cold War influences on reunification, the problems of the existence of nuclear arms, and the Sunshine policy. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: MHKorea3.wps

Samurai (1600, 1800)
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A 5 page research paper on the differences between the original samurai and the “last” samurai, as well as the history that brought the change about. The writer studies the Tokugawa and Meiji periods, and some of the events leading to modern Japan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Cnsamuri.wps