The victorious European states, including the United Kingdom, France, Greece, and Italy, partitioned much of the Middle East after the fall of the Ottoman Empire. In addition to Iraq and Palestine, the United Kingdom acquired present-day Jordan. The lands of present-day Turkey were separated from Greece, Italy, and France. (Might to re-word in your own words)
Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism are considered the “<u>three pillars</u>” of ancient Chinese society.
As <u>philosophies</u> and <u>religions</u>, they not only influenced spirituality, but also government, science, the arts, and social structure.
Though their specific beliefs and teachings have occasionally been at odds with each other, there has been much room for overlap.
Instead of one tradition taking over and pushing the others out, the three philosophies have influenced society alongside each other, changed each other, and at times blended together.
Understanding the unique interplay between these three traditions gives <u>great insight</u> into <u>ancient Chinese society</u>, as well as modern times.