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Taoism
[ dou-iz-uhm, tou- ]
noun
- the philosophical system evolved by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu, advocating a life of complete simplicity and naturalness and of noninterference with the course of natural events, in order to attain a happy existence in harmony with the Tao.
- Also called Hsüan Chiao. a popular Chinese religion, originating in the doctrines of Lao-tzu but later highly eclectic in nature and characterized by a pantheon of many gods and by the practice of alchemy, divination, and magic.
Taoism
/ ˈtaʊɪzəm /
noun
- the philosophy of Lao Zi that advocates a simple honest life and noninterference with the course of natural events
- a popular Chinese system of religion and philosophy claiming to be teachings of Lao Zi but also incorporating pantheism and sorcery
Taoism
- A religion native to China . Its adherents attempt to live according to the Tao — the “Way,” which they believe governs the universe.
Derived Forms
- ˈTaoist, nounadjective
- Taoˈistic, adjective
Other Words From
- Taoist noun adjective
- Tao·istic adjective
Example Sentences
Similar acts also exist in Taoism and Buddhism practiced in India, both of which also influenced the historical development of Shugendo.
Temples are key civic spaces in Taiwan, with two-thirds of the population following folk religions, Buddhism and Taoism.
And Taoism teaches that happiness comes from placing your will in harmony with life’s larger pattern.
At the Wong Tai Sen Taoism Center in Monterey Park, red lanterns dangle from every corner of the ceiling bearing slips of paper with wishes for prosperity, love and peace.
Their goal was to air a video that contradicted the Chinese government’s negative portrayal of the practice, which combines elements of Buddhism, Taoism and Chinese breathing exercises.
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