(a) Confucianism
1. Confucianism originated in China.
2. It is also known as Ruism.
3. The Chinese philosopher Confucius contributed his teachings.
4. He emphasised on the importance of the family and social harmony, rather than on spiritual values.
5. The core of Confucianism is humanistic.
(b) Zoroastrianism
1. Zoroastrianism is one of the world’s oldest religions that remain active.
2. It originated in Percia (Iran)
3. The Iranian speaking prophet Zoroaster exalts a deity of wisdom, Ahura Mazda as its Supreme Being.
4. Zend Avesta is the most important text of this religion.
5. Zoroastrians usually pray in the presence of some form of fire.
