Taoism

Some forms of Taoism may be traced to prehistoric folk religions in China that later coalesced into a Taoist tradition.[69][70] Lao-Tzu is traditionally regarded as the founder of Taoism and is closely associated in this context with "original", or "primordial", Taoism.[43] Lao-Tzu received imperial recognition as a divinity in the mid-2nd century BCE.[71] Taoism gained official status in China during the Tang Dynasty, whose emperors claimed Lao-Tzu as their relative.[72] Several Song emperors, most notably Huizong, were active in promoting Taoism, collecting Taoist texts and publishing editions of the Daozang.[73] Aspects of Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism were consciously synthesized in the Neo-Confucian school, which eventually became Imperial orthodoxy for state bureaucratic purposes.[74] The Qing Dynasty, however, much favored Confucian classics and rejected Taoist works. During the 18th century, the imperial library was constituted, but excluded virtually all Taoist books.[75] By the beginning of the 20th century, Taoism had fallen so much from favor, that only one complete copy of the Daozang still remained, at the White Cloud Monastery in Beijing.[76] Taoism is one of five religions recognised by the People's Republic of China and regulates its activities through a state bureaucracy (the China Taoist Association).[77]

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On almost every account they are different. Buddhism is a philosophy as Shinto is a religion. Buddhism originated in northern India, Shinto in Japan. Shinto has gods, Buddhism is non theistic.Aside from having followers in Japan and generally supporting good behaviour over bad, there isn't a lot of overlap.

The three core values of Daoism are; 1) Simplicity 2) Compassion 3) Humility These things are said to be only achieveable by constantly practicing the state of "Wuji" or "no mind" or "emptyness" during meditation. The more a person practices "Wuji" or "no mind" the more and more these virtues manifest themselves of their own accord. [[User:67.148.120.72|67.148.120.72]]stardingo747

Lao Tzu did not establish Taoism, but rather is reputed to have written the Tao Te Ching when he checked out of society.

Taoism as a philosophy emerged during the warring states period in response to the chaos of the time, and the perceived hypocrisy of the Confucians and legalists--but the philosophy was unnamed and definitely was not "established". This erstwhile philosophical Taoism reached its nadir as a philosophy for ruling during the reign of emperors Wen and Jing during the first 70 years of the Han empire -- and it is during this period that the earliest discovered complete version of the Tao Te Ching existed. As a philosophy for ruling, it was called "Huang Lao". Emperor Jing's son, Emperor Wu instituted Confucianism as his ruling philosophy, and Huang Lao Taoism declined in importance.

A few hundred years later in around 150CE, a fellow named Zhang Daoling fused Chinese shamanism with the ideas of Lao Tzu and formally established religious Taoism, in rebellion to the ruling Confucianism.

mahiwaga ang buhay ng tao marahil maraming nangyayaring himala sa ating paligid na sa paningin ng tao ay katakataka

There is a higher force that is in everything. Trees...rocks...etc.

Peace and harmony wuth nature. No selfishness. To live in plain and modest ways amd to not struggle for material gain. "Wu wei" or in other words action through inaction. Yin-Yang. "The way" Dont interfear with nature because it will upset the balence of nature. Hope it helped! ~heartskull

Daoism, also called Taoism, originated in China. This religion was formed about 550 B.C.E. and it is pantheistic in nature. This religion is based on living harmoniously with Tao, which means the path.

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Chinese New Year : January 1 (lunar calendar) or January 26 (solar calendar)
Lantern Festival : January 15 (lunar calendar) or February 9 (solar calendar)
Tomb Sweeping Day : March 9 (lunar calendar) or April 4 (solar calendar)
Dragon Boat Festival : May 5 (lunar calendar) or May 28 (solar calendar)
Ghost Festival : July 15 (lunar calendar) or September 3 (solar calendar)
Mid-Autumn Festival : August 15 (lunar calendar) or October 3 (solar calendar)
Double Ninth Day : September 9 (lunar calendar) or October 26 (solar calendar)

it is impossible to answer this for sure. The 4th or 3rd century BCE but i have also heard that it could have been as late as 170s bce. The reason for the 170 is the word that is used for country.

The main beliefs of Daoism are to live in harmony with nature. Daoism is focused on following "the Way," or the natural course of events. "Wu wei," or "action through inaction" is another important concept, as is yin-yang.

Zen Buddhism started in China around the 6th century. It was supposedly brought over from India by a monk. Eventually, it was influenced by the Tao, which explains it's differences compared to the Indian schools of Buddhism.

Popular Taoism considers Jade Emperor the spiritual head of the religion. The philosopher Laozi is considered the head of Taoism by Intellectual Taoists.

DAOISM I. Daoism Defined Daoism is a Chinese philosophical and religious system, dating from the 6th century B.C. (More of a mystical philosophy than a religion.) II. History of Daoism A. Daoism begins with Lao Tzu (Laozi) who lived in the 6th century B.C. 1. He was looking for a way to avoid the constant feudal warfare of his day that disrupted society. 2. Lao Tzu allegedly wrote the Tao Te Ching (“The Way and Its Power”). It explains essential Daoist beliefs. B. Daoism started as a combination of philosophy and psychology but evolved into a religious faith around A.D. 440. At this time Lao Tzu became venerated as a deity. C. Along with Buddhism and Confucianism, Daoism became one of the three great religions of China. D. With the end of the Ch'ing Dynasty in 1911, state support for Daoism ended. E. The Daoist heritage was destroyed during the next period of warlordism. 1. After the Communist victory in 1949, religious freedom was severely restricted. 2. The government put monks to work, confiscated temples, and plundered treasures. 3. Several million monks were reduced to fewer than 50,000 by 1960. 4. During the cultural revolution in China from 1966 to 1976, much of the Daoist heritage was destroyed. 5. Some religious tolerance has been restored under Deng Xiao-ping from 1982 to the present time. F. Daoism currently has about 20 million followers, and is primarily centered in Taiwan. G. About 30,000 Daoists live in North America; 1,720 in Canada (1991 census). H. Daoism has had a significant impact on North American culture in the areas of acupuncture, herbalism, holistic medicine, meditation and martial arts. I. Among the native Chinese, the influence of Daoism has been second only to that of Confucianism. III. Worldview of Daoism A. Absolute—the Dao 1. The Dao is the mysterious, cosmic power present in all experiences. The Dao is found everywhere—the rocks, trees, seas, etc. Everything is alive with the spirit of Dao. 2. The Dao is impersonal, an invisible way that the universe follows, a harmony of tensions between opposites. 3. The Dao is a natural force that makes the universe the way it is. 4. Dao means “way” or “path” in English. 5. Dao is not influenced by prayer, hymns or rituals. 6. Humans can seek Dao, but Dao does not reveal itself. 7. Dao cannot be described with words or conceived in thought. 8. Humans who died became ancestors who were worshiped as gods. 9. "We believe in the formless and eternal Tao, and we recognize all personified deities as being mere human constructs. We reject hatred, intolerance, and unnecessary violence, and embrace harmony, love and learning, as we are taught by Nature. We place our trust and our lives in the Tao, that we may live in peace and balance with the Universe, both in this mortal life and beyond" (Creed of the Western Reform Taoist Congregation). 10. It is probably best to refer to Daoism and non-theistic or pan-theistic. B. The World 1. The Universe is neither good nor evil; it is beyond good and evil—it just is. 2. Trying to conquer nature or improve it is futile. 3. Daoism disagrees with Hinduism’s and Buddhism’s view that the world is an illusion. C. Humans 1. Humans are divine in nature since they participate in the Dao. 2. Humans are essentially good and can enjoy a good life in the world. 3. Old age viewed as sign of wisdom. 4. People should not be forced into education, rituals, or organizations. 5. Humans are best when they remain weak and simple. D. Problem for Humans 1. Problem is disharmony with the universe. 2. People get into trouble when they depart from the simple, natural way of the universe. 3. Suffering comes from: a) Trying to conquer nature b) Establishing artificial human organizations. 4. These things entice humans away from peace and harmony. E. Solution for Humans 1. Solution is returning to a simple life. 2. Living in harmony with nature in a forest or small village is best. 3. A long life is the reward for those who live in harmony with the Dao. 4. Contemplation of nature is important. 5. Inaction is the secret of a good life. 6. “Live and let live” is best guide to conduct. 7. By doing nothing, humans have a positive influence on society. 8. Wuwei --accomplishing tasks without assertion or aggression. F. Community and ethics 1. Daoism scorns social institutions. 2. Education corrupts natural goodness of humans. 3. The less government the better. 4. Violence should always be avoided. G. Life after death 1. Daoists often focus on harmony with the Dao in this life not what happens in the next life. 2. Some Daoists deny an afterlife or are agnostic about it. 3. Those who follow more religious aspects of Daoism sometimes believe that the soul of a person can go to a heaven or a hell. 4. “Taoists do not believe in the "Wheel of Life" as Buddhists do, nor do they believe in the Christian idea of Heaven and Hell. Taoists view existence in itself as glorious, and the universe marvelous. They believe strongly that everything on earth has its own ‘vibrant unity’ and energy. Man does not simply die, but is rather reborn into other forms and activities. ‘The end’ of a person is simply a return to what Taoists refer to as the ‘Ultimate Reality’” (http://www.angelfire.com/punk5/ religions_proj1/afterlife.html). H. Rituals and Symbols 1. Rituals not needed. 2. The symbol of the Dao is the Yin and Yang—opposite and complementary forces in Chinese thought, from Chinese words meaning “shaded” and “sunny.” a) Beginning in the early 4th century BC Chinese philosophers wrote about yin and yang in terms of the environment, especially the shaded and sunny sides of a hill. By the end of that century yin became associated with everything dark, moist, receptive, earthy, and female, whereas yang was bright, dry, active, heavenly, and male. Yin and yang were believed to combine in various proportions to produce all the different objects in the universe. b) There is always an element of yang within yin and an element of yin within yang. Together they are symbolized by a circle divided into black and white sections, with a dot of white in the black portion and a dot of black in the white portion. This interaction indicates that the characteristics of yin cannot exist without those of yang, nor the characteristics of yang without yin. Chinese philosophers stressed the importance of balance between the two to ensure social and political harmony. c) Rebellion, floods, and disease were said to be caused by an imbalance of yin and yang. Fortune-tellers and doctors in China and later in Japan advised governments and individuals on ways to restore harmony in relationship to yin and yang. d) Yin—Dark, female e) Yang—light, male f) Yin and Yang are identical aspects of the same reality. 3. Feng Shui – literally means “wind and water.” A feng shui expert advises on how to get the best results in a home or office by establishing the most advantageous use of space and furnishings. 4. Rites of Passage a) Exorcism: “Taoists believe that many sicknesses and behavior disorders are caused by demons, or kuei. Because the gods are much more powerful than the demons, a Taoist priest is needed in order to perform the exorcism. Normally, the priest will write out a charm in the name of a powerful god. The priest will read the charm outloud and then burn it so that the message will reach far into the heavens. If the demon is a stronger one, then the exorcism must be performed by the full-scale rite.” (http://www.angelfire. com/punk5/religions_proj1/ritesofpassage.html). b) Funeral Rites: “Funeral ceremonies are oftentimes very extensive and may combine Taoist and Buddhist elements. Rituals are performed over the deceased. Attendants of the funeral service that are not in the close family will wear a combination of black and white, and close family members will be dressed in black. They will burn paper money and houses and place flowers, wreaths, incense, and a special ancestor shrine at the burial site” (Ibid.). c) Cosmic Renewal Rites: “Cosmic Renewal Rites are rituals that go by the moon. In this ritual, Taoists perform non-blood offerings to the cosmos and universe” (Ibid.).

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Daoism is made by Laozi. It's View Toward Nature is important not to interfere with nature in any way because this could upset the natural order of things.

Peace and harmony wuth nature. No selfishness. To live in plain and modest ways amd to not struggle for material gain. "Wu wei" or in other words action through inaction. Yin-Yang. "The way" Dont interfear with nature because it will upset the balence of nature. Hope it helped! ~heartskull

daoism is one of the major schools of philosophy.

Taoism is primarily a Chinese philosophy, although people all over the world practice it.

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