An analysis of Confucius and Smith demonstrates that both are presenting arguments that are extremely close in their conclusions.The Analects present a powerful case against utilitarian ethics in a manner which is very similar to Smith's argument against utilitarianism.Smith and Confucius...

Buddha's ethical system of thought is extremely close to Adam Smith's ethical system of thought, since both taught versions of virtue ethics.This paper involves an examination of the processes by which humans can attain happiness according to both Buddha and Adam Smith.Both agree that to attain...

Both Confucius and Augustine present very similar type arguments about how we can be happy in this life. Both, like Smith after them, reject the utilitarian claim that wealth, money and riches will make one happy. Smith’s argument is more detailed and longer. However, they all arrive at the...