Taoism or Daoism (, ) is a philosophical and religious tradition indigenous to China, emphasizing harmony with the Tao . With a range of meaning in Chinese philosophy, translations of Tao include 'way', 'road', 'path', or 'technique', generally understood in the Taoist sense as an enigmatic process of transforming ultimately underlying reality. Taoist thought has informed the development of various practices within the Taoist tradition, including forms of meditation, astrology, qigong, feng shui, and internal alchemy. A common goal of Taoist practice is self-cultivation, a deeper appreciation
Taoism is a Chinese philosophical and religious tradition centered on living in harmony with the Tao, an underlying force or "way" that transforms reality, and it has shaped various practices like meditation, feng shui, and qigong aimed at personal self-cultivation. The tradition matters because it offers an influential approach to understanding reality and personal development that has shaped Chinese culture and continues to influence practices and philosophies worldwide.
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Taoism or Daoism (, ) is a philosophical and religious tradition indigenous to China, emphasizing harmony with the Tao . With a range of meaning in Chinese philosophy, translations of Tao include 'way', 'road', 'path', or 'technique', generally understood in the Taoist sense as an enigmatic process of transforming ultimately underlying reality. Taoist thought has informed the development of various practices within the Taoist tradition, including forms of meditation, astrology, qigong, feng shui, and internal alchemy. A common goal of Taoist practice is self-cultivation, a deeper appreciation of the Tao, and more harmonious existence. Taoist ethics generally emphasize virtues of effortless action, naturalness, simplicity, and the three treasures of compassion, frugality, and humility.
Taoism is treated as a distinct tradition with its own scriptures, priestly lineages, and ritual systems, but it has long been closely intertwined with Chinese folk religion, and the boundary between them is often fluid in practice.
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