Three teachings

[1] The term may also refer to a non-religious philosophical grounds of aggregation as exemplified within traditional Chinese medicine.

While Confucianism was the ideology of the law, the institutions and the ruling class, Taoism was the worldview of the radical intellectuals and it was also compatible with the spiritual beliefs of the peasants and the artisans.

[5] Confucianism is a complex school of thought, sometimes also referred to as a religion, revolving around the principles of the Chinese philosopher Confucius.

The main concepts of this philosophy include ren (humaneness), yi (righteousness), li (propriety/etiquette), zhong (loyalty), and xiao (filial piety), along with strict adherence to social roles.

This is illustrated through the five main relationships Confucius interpreted to be the core of society: ruler-subject, father-son, husband-wife, elder brother-younger brother, and friend-friend.

Originally this expression referred to "the son of a ruler", but Confucius redefined this concept to mean behaviour (in terms of ethics and values such as loyalty and righteousness) instead of mere social status.

[6] Daoism (or Taoism) is a philosophy centered on living in harmony with the Dao (Tao) (Chinese: 道; pinyin: Dào; lit.

This concept also overlaps with an idea in Confucianism as Confucius similarly believed that a perfect sage could rule without taking action.

This calming and working of the mind helps Buddhists strive to become more peaceful and positive while developing wisdom through solving everyday problems.

[13] Though the term "three teachings" is often focused on how well Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism have been able to coexist in harmony throughout Chinese history, evidence has shown that each practice has dominated, or risen to favour, during certain periods of time.

Confucianism focuses on societal rules and moral values, whereas Taoism advocates simplicity and living happily while in tune with nature.