Chinese Religion China was Polytheistic Three belief systems now dominate: Taoism Confucionism Buddhism.

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Chinese Religion China was Polytheistic Three belief systems now dominate: Taoism Confucionism Buddhism

Lao Tzu The founder of Taoism Lived in the 500s BC (like Zoroaster, Buddha, Mahavira, Confusius...) Librarian at Imperial archives Wrote the “Tao Te Ching” which discusses “the way”

What is the Tao? A force that exists in all things, runs through all things Creates harmony in the universe between the Yin and Yang Means “the way” Tao has been compared to water

Taoism Yin – dark Yang - light Represents duality in the universe: Masculine – feminine Day-Night Creation-destruction

Celestial Masters Leaders of Taoism, (similar to the Dalai Llama in Tibet) First celestial master was Chang Tao-Ling ~100 AD The 63 rd celestial master resides in Taiwan

Wu Wei Means “not acting” Act in accordance with nature, or do not act at all Let nature take its course Do not manipulate others Effortlessness is the goal

Longevity Taoism is concerned about physical health and longevity Quest for immortality was part of early Taoism

Tai Chi Tai Chi – like slow motion martial arts, (goal is meditative, continuous movement)like slow motion martial arts Harmonizes the flow of Chi – energy, through the body. Has a calming effect, eliminates stress

Acupuncture Chinese medicine seeks balance in the body’s Chi Needles at pressure points relieve blockages in the flow of Chi

Feng Shui Architecture and interior design to maximize the flow of Chi Doors, windows, stairs, etc., are placed in accordance with the Tao, harmony

Taoism under Communism After 1949, Mao tried to stamp out all religion Many Chinese fled and took their beliefs with them Taiwan is now the center of Taoism; the celestial master lives there (in exile)

Short Film Around the World in 80 Faiths Taoism – 8:56