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Christianity is a proselytising religion, whereas Taoism (or Daoism) is not. Christian missionaries have spread out across the world seeking converts and, when sufficiently dominant, Christian religious leaders actively suppress other religions. On the other hand, Taoism has, through most of the period it has coexisted with Buddhism and Confucianism, been content to coexist. Christianity has been marketed aggressively in China for centuries, with the result that perhaps five per cent of the population is now Christian, whereas Taoism has not actively sought converts outside China and would be considered unsuccessful if success is measured by conversions.
Both religions could be considered as successful according to their own standards. Christians measure success by the achievement of conversions, and in this Christianity is successful. Taoism measures its success more by the spiritual fulfilment of its followers.
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What percentage of the Chinese population is Taoism?
It will probably always be impossible to know. In the first place the government is still anti-religion. Even though the temples are allowed to reopen, a census question would never be allowed in China. Besides, it doesn't really work like that in China. Taoism is not exclusive of religions such as Buddhism and Christianity there. The Chinese will practice all simultaneously. Confucianism is also (though not a religion) part of the blend. In the past you might chose to practice one in particular if you were living in close proximity to a temple or if it was politically expedient. At heart Taoism is more a philosophy than a religion, but it did develop a hierarchy of "Saints" and rituals. Some Emperors felt that these were more or less supportive of their outlooks during their reign and would pick it as a state religion, and the same might be true of a regional lord. Peasants however had very few reasons to limit practices that made promises of easing daily worries or offered wonders in the here-after. And priests realized that unless you wished to be a sage there wasn't much reason to be exclusive either, so it became moderately accepted that you used a little of everything.
Which major religion is most widespread throughout the world?
With around 2.4 billion adherents split into three main branches of Catholic, Protestant and Eastern Orthodox, Christianity is the world's largest religion
How many more followers does Christianity have than Islam?
That just sounds like the kind of inflammatory piece of statistics that would start a fight. It's probably best to avoid confrontations along the lines of "My gang is bigger than yours".
Why are there more Christians than Muslims?
Answer 1It may be because Christianity started 640 years before Islam.Answer 2Well, more people believe in Christianity because it is much more easier to practice it than to practice Islam. A true Muslim accepts many restrictions on his likes, dislikes, interests, earning his living, spending his earnings etc. He must speak truth in all situations. He must be tolerant, friendly, helpful, accommodating, sincere and loving to all. He must obey Almighty Allah (God) in letter and spirit. A true Muslims must do good deeds to please Almighty Allah. No recommendation, NOT even by the holy Prophet (SAW) can save him without the sweet Will of Almighty. But the Christians believe that mere belief in Jesus Christ may entitle them to enter Paradise without good deeds. Perhaps hat is why they are more in number. Though true Muslims are as rare to be found as are the Christians.Answer 3This is more of an accident of history than anything else. Christianity became the dominant religion of Europe while Islam became the dominant religion of the Middle East, North, Africa, and swathes of Asia. When Europe conquered the Americas, they transplanted a Christian population there as well as converting many Native Americans. Additionally, medical advances in Europe led to large population growth. Currently, the trend is shifting as the Developing World (where Islam is dominant) has the same medical care as the Christian-majority world, but much higher birth rates.
How many towns have more than 5000 people?
There are 15 towns that have more than 5000 people.
Which Chinese philosophy believes that the natural order is more importanat than the social order?
Taoism believes that the natural order, "Tao," is more important than the social order. Taoism emphasizes living in harmony with the natural flow of life and the universe rather than trying to control or manipulate it.
What is the difference between Christianity and Taoism?
The primary difference is that Buddhism is polytheistic while Christianity is monotheistic.Buddhism teaches that by good acts, meditation, and developing enlightened wisdom, followers can achieve a rebirth in the heavens. This final goal of enlightenment is known as nirvana.Christians believe we receive salvation as a gift by God's grace and not of our works.
What are the religions in China?
Primarily Buddhism, also Daoism and Confucianism (though these are more general cultural practices and less institutional/spiritual). The main religions are Buddhism and Christianity. The Christians in China are persecuted and meet in houses instead of church buildings, but there are an estimated 60 to 70 million Christians in China.
What do you call someone who does more than they have to to be successful?
The person who does more than necessary to be successful could be termed an overachiever.
What is the main religion in China today?
There is more than one religion practiced in China, although Buddhism is practiced most often. Other religions practiced are Taoism, Christianity, and Confucianism.
Are there more than one branch of Christianity?
Yes.
Are geologists more successful in predicting volcanic eruptions than earthquakes?
Yes-- they are more successful in predictiong volcanic eruptions than earthquakes
Were the Confederate states more successful than the Union?
The Confederate States lost the war. They were not more successful.
Are there many people in the world following buddhism than christianity?
There are many times more people in the world practicing Christianity than Buddhism.
Was there more than one turning point for Christianity?
Yes.
What happened in willy's past?
he said that his sons would be more successful than bernard
Why was the AFL more successful than the knights of labor?
more money
