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Confucianism
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A philosophy that adheres to the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Confucius. It shows the way to ensure a stable government and an orderly society in the present world and stresses a moral code of conduct.
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Daoism
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philosophical system developed by of Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life and noninterference with the course of natural events
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Literati
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a style of painting that reflects the taste of the educated class of East Asian intellectuals and scholars. Characteristics include an appreciation for the antique, small scale, and an intimate connection between maker and audience
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Pagoda
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An east Asian reliquary tower built with successively smaller, repeated stories. Each story is usually marked by an elaborate projecting roof
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Porcelain
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A type of extremely hard and fine white ceramic first made by Chinese potters in the 8th century CE. Made from a mixture of kaolin and petuntse, porcelain is fired at a very high temperature, and the final product has a translucent surface
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Taotie
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A mask with a dragon or animal-like face common as a decorative motif in chinese art
