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Taoism

About Taoism

Taoism (Daoism) is a broad Chinese spiritual and philosophical tradition oriented around the Dao (the Way)—the underlying source and pattern of reality. Rather than forcing life through control, Taoism trains alignment: simplicity, humility, balance (yin–yang), and wu-wei (non-coercive action). In classical texts like the Tao Te Ching and Zhuangzi, Taoism teaches that much suffering comes from rigid identity, over-striving, and conflict; the remedy is to soften, simplify, and act with timing. Taoism also includes religious and ritual traditions (often called Daojiao) alongside philosophical approaches (often called Daojia), but both share a central aim: live in harmony with the Way so clarity and peace arise naturally.

Sacred Texts

Tao Te Ching — A Daoist classic on the Dao, Te, and wu-wei—simplicity, humility, and non-coercive power

Tao Te Ching

A Daoist classic on the Dao, Te, and wu-wei—simplicity, humility, and non-coercive power

Zhuangzi — Daoist classic of liberation—perspective, spontaneity, non-attachment to rigid views, and living with lightness

Zhuangzi

Daoist classic of liberation—perspective, spontaneity, non-attachment to rigid views, and living with lightness

Guides

Taoism — Daoism: living with the Dao through wu-wei, simplicity, balance, and naturalness

Taoism

Daoism: living with the Dao through wu-wei, simplicity, balance, and naturalness

Gurus

Laozi — Daoist sage of the Tao Te Ching—wu-wei, simplicity, humility, and natural power

Laozi

Daoist sage of the Tao Te Ching—wu-wei, simplicity, humility, and natural power

Zhuangzi — Daoist sage of liberation—fasting the mind, widening perspective, and living with naturalness

Zhuangzi

Daoist sage of liberation—fasting the mind, widening perspective, and living with naturalness