In Taoism, Chinese Buddhism, and Confucianism, the object of spiritual practice is to "become one with the Tao" (Tao Te Ching) or to harmonize one's will with nature to achieve 'effortless …

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Nov 21, 2025 · Taoism, indigenous religio-philosophical tradition that has shaped Chinese life for more than 2,000 years.

The Tao is a concept to describe something that goes beyond our capability to define. Taoism leaves the Tao undefined, and a Taoist happily explores the wonder that opens up as a result.

Tao (pronounced “dao”) means literally “the path” or “the way.” It is a universal principle that underlies everything from the creation of galaxies to the interaction of human beings.

Taoism is both a religion and philosophy with roots extending to ancient shamanism. It is codified in the Tao Te Ching, history’s second most translated book after Christianity’s Holy Bible. Its …

Tao is the basic concept in Taoism. However, we also find it throughout classical Chinese culture, with the general meaning of beginning, primordial force, root of all that exists - heaven and …

Aug 25, 2009 · What is the Tao? This section is a guide to the ancient religious philosophy of Taoism, including history, and spiritual practices, ethics and martial arts.

Jul 23, 2024 · The Tao (or Dao) is hard to define but is sometimes understood as the way of the universe. Taoism teaches that all living creatures ought to live in a state of harmony with the …

Mar 3, 2025 · In Taoist philosophy, the Tao became the fundamental order of the universe—the source of all creation and the rhythm to which all things return. Far more than a mere path to …