Eastern Thinkers
Far from Greece, big ideas were growing in ancient China and India. Laozi, the Buddha, Confucius, Mencius and Zhuangzi asked how to live well, be kind, and find peace — and their answers still guide millions today.
Laozi~6th century BCTaught that the wise person flows with the natural ‘Way’ instead of forcing things.
The Buddha~563–483 BCTaught that letting go of craving is the path to end suffering and find peace.
Confucius551–479 BCTaught that respect, good character, and strong relationships build a good society.
Mencius~372–289 BCConfucius's most famous follower — argued every human is born with seeds of goodness.Zhuangzi~369–286 BCDaoist who used the butterfly dream to ask: how sure are we about ANYTHING?
The Buddha~563–483 BCTaught that letting go of craving is the path to end suffering and find peace.Confucius551–479 BCTaught that respect, good character, and strong relationships build a good society.Mencius~372–289 BCConfucius's most famous follower — argued every human is born with seeds of goodness.Zhuangzi~369–286 BCDaoist who used the butterfly dream to ask: how sure are we about ANYTHING?