Chinese Philosophy

2,500 Years of Wisdom

Discover the profound philosophical traditions that have guided Chinese thought and culture for millennia. From Confucian ethics to Taoist naturalism, Buddhist compassion to Legalist pragmatism, explore the diverse schools of wisdom that continue to influence billions of people today.

2,500+
Years of Wisdom
4
Philosophy Schools
20+
Great Sages
50+
Classical Texts

Foundations of Chinese Wisdom

6th century BCE
Social Harmony
Confucius develops ethical system based on proper relationships and virtue
6th century BCE
Natural Way
Laozi teaches living in harmony with the Tao through wu wei
1st century CE
Middle Path
Buddhism arrives in China bringing compassion and enlightenment
3rd century BCE
Rule of Law
Legalists create systematic governance through laws and institutions

Schools of Thought

Social harmony & virtue
6th century BCE
Natural way & wu wei
6th century BCE
Compassion & enlightenment
1st century CE
Law & systematic governance
7th-3rd centuries BCE
Explore Chinese Philosophy
Journey through the wisdom traditions that have shaped Chinese thought for millennia