Taoism (HSC SSCE Studies of Religion): Quizzes
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What dual nature does Taoism possess?
What dual nature does Taoism possess?
Philosophy & organised religion
Which dynasty made Taoism China's first official state religion?
Which dynasty made Taoism China's first official state religion?
Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE)
What does 'the Tao' represent?
What does 'the Tao' represent?
Natural flow of existence
Which characteristics align with yang energy?
Which characteristics align with yang energy?
Warmth, dryness, upward movement
How does water demonstrate the Taoist paradox of strength?
How does water demonstrate the Taoist paradox of strength?
Yields when stepped on but carves canyons
What does 'wu wei' mean?
What does 'wu wei' mean?
Purposeful inaction enabling spontaneity
What role do the Eight Immortals play?
What role do the Eight Immortals play?
Test people & punish the corrupt
What is 'ch'i' in Taoist practice?
What is 'ch'i' in Taoist practice?
Vital essence/spiritual energy
What did Taoist experimentation contribute to?
What did Taoist experimentation contribute to?
Gunpowder & acupuncture
What is religious Taoism's primary focus?
What is religious Taoism's primary focus?
Achieving immortality