#12: Central Beliefs of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism & Daoism

1. In Hinduism person must live a good life and practice kindness and charity in order to attain the ultimate reward.

2. In Buddhism Siddhartha Gautama was an Indian prince.

3. In Hinduism how one lives determines what happens to them.

4. In Confucianism goodness must be practiced toward fellow humans.

5. In Daoism believing in the equality of man and nature may help one lead a peaceful and happy life.

6. In Confucianism education and learning are highly regarded.

7. In Hinduism there are many gods and deities.

8. In Confucianism elders and ancestors are to be held in reverence.

9. Daoism is a Chinese philosophy Lao Tzu started around 500 B.C.

10. Confucianism is based on the teachings of Chinese philosopher Confucius.

11. In Hinduism bad deeds in one life are punished in the next life.

12. In the Buddhism philosophy we are taught moral behavior, thinking before acting, considering consequences and gaining an understanding of life.

13. In Hinduism a person must be born a Hindu, they cannot convert.

14. In Confucianism politeness, virtue, righteousness, propriety and moral wisdom are essential components of a good person.

15. In Hinduism the soul is reborn until all bad karma has been erased.