Chinese Philosophical Systems In the sixth century B.C., in China, feudalism had brought about much chaos. Within this chaos was the roots of Chinese Philosophy. There were three major “schools” of philosophy, Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism. These three different philosophies were each important in the development of Chinese society and government in a big way. Through their teachings, the Chinese people of the time gained many morals and new ideas which helped them progress …showed first 75 words of 870 total…

…showed last 75 words of 870 total…times, there would be less corruption of government. These three schools of Chinese philosophy all helped the development of Chinese society and government in great ways. Confucianism helped show people their place in the society and life, Legalism helped show people the consequences of their actions, and Daoism helped show people how less government can mean a better government. Therefore all three were important in the development of ancient China in their own special ways.