My secular humanists were most interested in making fun of "deists," to entertain themselves. Unnecessary to me.
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Chinese gods are treated more like Santa, not taken seriously, playful mythology.
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Confucianism is a system of rational ethical rules to best govern the kingdom, to govern the patriarchy.
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Of course, it was oppressive to women in the family, especially to the daughter-in-law and maids.
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Some Chinese think only Christianity and Buddhism and Taoism are religions. Confucianism is embedded.
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Christianity is often antithetical to traditional Chinese culture and other beliefs, can be very snobbish.
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Problem with Christianity is monotheism, belief in an all powerful jealous God. God concept is thus rejected.
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Chinese culture is polytheistic, accepting all. Don't deny others their beliefs. "Foolish to insult Heaven."
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So Chinese accept Christians also, but Chinese Christians are a bit annoying and tend to segregate themselves.
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