Taoism (HSC SSCE Studies of Religion): Flashcards
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Meaning of 'Tao'
Meaning of 'Tao'
The way; natural flow of existence
Taoism's dual nature
Taoism's dual nature
Both philosophical system and organised religion
Lao Zi
Lao Zi
Legendary philosopher, credited with Tao Te Ching authorship
Taoism as first state religion in China
Taoism as first state religion in China
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 CE
Yang characteristics
Yang characteristics
Warmth, dryness, upward movement, masculine, active
Yin characteristics
Yin characteristics
Cold, dampness, downward motion, feminine, passive
Wu wei meaning
Wu wei meaning
Purposeful inaction enabling spontaneous, timed responses
Religious Taoism's primary focus
Religious Taoism's primary focus
Achieving adherent longevity and ultimately immortality
Ch'i
Ch'i
Vital essence/spiritual energy transforming the body
The Eight Immortals
The Eight Immortals
Most celebrated Taoist deities with eternal life secret