Asian Civilizations/World Religions Review

Believed that if all humans acted in harmony with the universe, their affairs would prosper

Under this ruler, the Chinese claimed they were a meritocracy

individuals only have to accept Christ as their Savior to be saved and go to Heaven

Introduction of iron implements, written laws, and metal coins happened during this dynasty

wrote the world's first novel, "The Tale of Genji"

Essential teachings concern the Four Noble truths

believed to be founded by Lao-Tse

means "local lords"

Under this Chief Minister, the Song imposed a program of reform that encountered opposition

Developed the basic principles of Algebra

Tang capital city--grew to be the largest city in the world at the time, with 2 million people

Reincarnation, Karma, and Dharma are important concepts in this religion.

Its founder urged people to "measure the feelings of others by one's own."

Centralized government, promoted education, & retained the Confucian civil service examinations

War between powerful nobles ended this dynasty

Turmoil with these two groups led to the decline and fall of the Tang Dynasty

King Solomon was one of the most well-known rulers.

Learned the Song's technology and used it against them

Under this emperor, a fine translucent pottery, known as "china", became popular

Disciples taught that Jesus was the Savior and son on God come to earth to save all people

The five levels of the Hindu caste system, beginning at the top

warriors

This dynasty stressed civil service examinations for government officials

Yoga developed in this religion.

opened Japan's ports to American trade

Everyone is governed by the Five Constant Relationships

Founded by Siddhartha Gautama

This civilization had a 700 year feudal period of rule by the warrior class

respected the highly advanced culture of its conquered peoples

The three aspects of this religion are the covenant, the law, and prophets

longest-ruling Chinese dynasty

New leaders were chosen, transformation took place, and enlightened peace

Invented gunpowder

Believes that the faithful who follow the law are guaranteed a place in an eternal paradise

code of chivalry-emphasized compliance w/daily etiquette, contempt for physical danger, loyalty

visited China and wrote a book

linked the sectional fortifications into the 4,000 mile Great Wall of China

Emphasized truth, justice, charity, religious tolerance, and nonviolence

invented mariner's compass during the Song Dynasty

major language of N. India

Ruler of Gupta Empire

means "most influential lord"

The Quran is their holy book

Founded the Maurya Empire

founder of the Mongol Empire