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Is taoism one of biggest religions today?
No, it is not. Adherents number about 50 million, which is not many as religions go. There are actually a lot more people influenced by Taoism, and even who believe in it. But it is compatible with other belief systems to the extent that many people who believe have other religions. There are many Buddhists who are also Taoists, but call themselves Buddhists and not Taoists when asked. The same is true for Shintoists. There are even many Christians who are also Taoists.
What happens to Taoisms after life?
In a sense Taoism is not so much a religion as a philosophy that is usually imposed on other religions. Taoists have a rather unspecific idea of divinity and afterlife. Most Taoists are Buddhists, who believe in reincarnation. Many Taoists are adherents of Chinese Folk Religions who seem to share a believe in afterlife centering around spirits of the dead who are the ancestors one should worship. Other Taoists are members of other religions with other beliefs.
What are the Taoism teachings?
Taoists teach that Tao is the force that existed before all other things. Tao literally means "the way". Taoists teach that a person should leave things alone and let nature take its course through wu wei or "not doing". In addition a person should not try an manipulate others' thoughts but instead they should be allowed to find their own way based on their faith in the Tao. Also Taoists are encouraged to take care of their physical health and longevity so that they can be in harmony with Tao.Tao means inaction. Its main themes are intuition, simplicity, spontaneity and the way of nature which have seen China living in peace and harmony with the nature.
What are teachings of Taoism?
Taoists teach that Tao is the force that existed before all other things. Tao literally means "the way". Taoists teach that a person should leave things alone and let nature take its course through wu wei or "not doing". In addition a person should not try an manipulate others' thoughts but instead they should be allowed to find their own way based on their faith in the Tao. Also Taoists are encouraged to take care of their physical health and longevity so that they can be in harmony with Tao.Tao means inaction. Its main themes are intuition, simplicity, spontaneity and the way of nature which have seen China living in peace and harmony with the nature.
Do Taoists have any dietary laws that they should follow?
Many Taoists are strictly vegetarian in order to keep in line with the Tao, but a good number of Taoists are not vegetarian and this is not seen as an infraction of Taoist values. Alcohol is also generally not consumed. Other these two things, there are no major dietary laws or practices that Taoists follow.
What did the DaoDe Jing preach?
Taoists teach that Tao is the force that existed before all other things. Tao literally means "the way". Taoists teach that a person should leave things alone and let nature take its course through wu wei or "not doing". In addition a person should not try an manipulate others' thoughts but instead they should be allowed to find their own way based on their faith in the Tao. Also Taoists are encouraged to take care of their physical health and longevity so that they can be in harmony with Tao.Tao means inaction. Its main themes are intuition, simplicity, spontaneity and the way of nature which have seen China living in peace and harmony with the nature.
Were you and him ment for each other?
No You Are Not Because If You Were, You Arent Supposed To Be Asking Other People For Thier Opinion. You Are Already Supposed To Know..! Not Be Waiting For Other People To See If They Will Write Back And Answer Your Question. SO YOU ARE NOT MENT FOR HIM.
How do you mail tix to other people?
how am I supposed 2 know?
Are gay people considered by most other people to be freaks of nature?
They are to me.
How do you gather knowledge of nature?
Observe it outside, in books, on the internet, or ask other people (that know about nature) about it.
Why do bugs like you and not other people?
Some people are mean to bugs! And some kill them for food or for other reasons. While others help them out or just save nature DONT KILL THEM THEY ARE NATURE
What was taoism's philosophy?
something that had to do with nature. Show other people with respect
