Daoism also known as Taoism is a philosophy of ways of looking at life and a way of thinking about things. Taoism was founded during the Zhou dynasty during the period 600 B.C. by Lao Tzu. Lao Tzu wrote down his beliefs and philosophy in a book called the Tao Te Ching.The followers didn't believe in a lot of rules or government. In this way they were very different from the followers of Confucius.
Taoism; Tao means The Way.
Principals
1. The basic unity behind the universe is a mysterious and indefinable force called the Tao.
2. Life is the greatest of all possessions.
3. Life is to be lived simply.
4. Pursuing material wealth, fame, power, stature, prestige, pomp, or glory are to be despised.
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Taoism; Tao means The Way.
Principals
1. The basic unity behind the universe is a mysterious and indefinable force called the Tao.
2. Life is the greatest of all possessions.
3. Life is to be lived simply.
4. Pursuing material wealth, fame, power, stature, prestige, pomp, or glory are to be despised.
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