Chinese Belief Systems

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  1. 3. Collection of teachings explaining why people suffer in Buddhism
  2. 5. The philosopher who founded Confucianism
  3. 7. Chinese belief system focusing on education and morality
  4. 8. Ancient Chinese belief in living harmoniously with nature
  5. 9. Type of garden designed by Taoists for peace
  6. 11. Book where Confucius' teachings were recorded
  7. 16. A system of merit based government service in Confucianism.
  8. 18. Form of Buddhism that became Zen in Japan
  9. 19. Type of meditation exercise in Taoism
  10. 20. Celebrated holiday for Buddha's birthday
  11. 21. Dynasty where Imperial Examination system was prominent
  12. 23. A common practice in Buddhism for spreading teachings
  13. 24. Taoist text written by Lao Tzu.
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  1. 1. Religion that emphasizes ending suffering through wisdom
  2. 2. Religious Scholars known for translating texts
  3. 4. Confucian celebration honoring teachers
  4. 5. One of the Three Treasures in Taoism
  5. 6. Location of famous Buddhist cave temples in China
  6. 10. Last name of the founder of Buddhism
  7. 12. Practice involving movement and meditation in Taoism
  8. 13. Artistic form influenced by Taoism
  9. 14. Trade route that brought Buddhism to China
  10. 15. Founder of Taoism
  11. 17. Symbol representing balance in Taoism
  12. 22. Confucian principle of respect for parents and elders.