Charles Darwin, Karl Marx and Chinese Philosophy

Abstract

Charles Darwin’s evidence for transmutation of animals from one organism to a variety of species clearly supports ancient Eastern Philosophy’s ideas. Many of Karl Marx’s ideas are also supported by the naturalist. Darwin’s empirical evidence exhibits Taoist principles and confirms some Marxist ideals. Furthermore, the People’s Republic of China chose to affirm Marx’s communism. It seems that Marx’s ideas rest well with the Chinese people due to his underlying connection to Taoism. Taoist’s principles like balance can be found in communism’s economic controls. Because Karl Marx was influenced by Charles Darwin, and Darwin’s evidence supports Taoism, I am curious if communism is tailor-made for Chinese culture.