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What are the three sage oriental in philosophy?

The three sages often mentioned in Eastern philosophy are Confucius, Laozi (Lao-Tzu), and Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha). Confucius is known for his teachings on ethics and social relationships, Laozi for the founding of Taoism and his writings on the Tao, and Siddhartha Gautama for his teachings that became the foundation of Buddhism.


What are the three oriental sages?

I could only come up with two: Lao-tzu (the first great Taoist sage) and Confucius (the social sage) Does Buddha count?


What are Lao Tzu's teachings on death and how can they help us navigate the inevitable end of life?

Lao Tzu, an ancient Chinese philosopher, believed in the cyclical nature of life and death. He taught that death is a natural part of the life cycle and should be accepted without fear or resistance. By embracing the impermanence of life, we can find peace and live in harmony with the universe. Lao Tzu's teachings encourage us to let go of attachments and ego, leading to a deeper understanding of the true nature of existence. This perspective can help us navigate the inevitable end of life with grace and acceptance.


What is Wu hsin?

Wu-Hsin is a concept of Chinese philosophical thought ("mushin" is what it's called in Japanese). The Chinese and Japanese share this concept. Roughly translated it means "no-mindedness." I think that this principle originates from Taoist philosophy but it seems to share certain ideas with Buddhism in that it has to do with a sort of "non-attachment" type of mentality. Some schools of Buddhism, of course--such as Zen or Ch'an--have a lot in common with Taoism.Bruce Lee is famous for discussing the princinple of Wu hsin in his book "Artist of Life" and "The Tao of Gung Fu."It is worth saying that "no-mindedness," as understood by the oriental philosophy, does not refer to a state of mind devoid of thought. That would be a misinterpretation. Rather, it should be thought of as a state of "non-graspingness" in which one's mind and one's thoughts do not linger on any one thing. As Alan Watts comically puts it, it is a state of mind in which there is no sensation of a separate mind, or separate thinker "standing over it with a club."There is a lot more that can be said about this. I would suggest reading into the work Bruce Lee, Alan Watts and Lao Tzu (founder of Taoist philosophy). I'm sure there's a lot more but these are the philosophers that I'm familar with who discuss this principle (and yes, Bruce Lee was a philosopher--most people aren't aware of that).


What famous teacher believed that enlightenment came through following ways of nature?

Just for apex.. Lao-Tze

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Which is a Chinese philosophy based on the writings of Lao-tzu?

Taoism


What was the Chinese philosophy based on teaching of Lao Tse?

Taoism.


What is the Chinese philosophy founded by lao-tzu?

Daoism (Taoism)


What has the author Kunsheng Liu written?

Kunsheng Liu has written: 'Laozi bu lao' -- subject(s): Chinese Philosophy, Philosophy, Chinese, Philosophy, Taoist, Taoist Philosophy


What are the Chinese philosophy?

Confucius, Lao zi, Zhuang Zi, Meng Zi.


Who created Taoism?

Taoism as a philosophy is based on Chinese texts by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu. Taoism as a religious movement consists of several sects. I don't think it can be traced to a single founder.


What are the three sage oriental in philosophy?

The three sages often mentioned in Eastern philosophy are Confucius, Laozi (Lao-Tzu), and Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha). Confucius is known for his teachings on ethics and social relationships, Laozi for the founding of Taoism and his writings on the Tao, and Siddhartha Gautama for his teachings that became the foundation of Buddhism.


Was Taoism a teacher?

Taoism is a philosophy- written by Lao-Tzu.


How do you spell old in Chinese?

lao (2)


What has the author Jenny Oliveros Lao written?

Jenny Oliveros Lao has written: 'Legend of the Chinese zodiac' -- subject(s): Astrology, Chinese, Chinese Astrology, Juvenile literature, Zodiac


Founder of Taoism?

Lao Tzu is the founder of Taoism, & his book is the Tao Te Ching.


What is one of the most most influential and respected Philosophers in Chinese history?

Confucius, Lao Tzu (Lao Zi).