Aspects of the religion
Who is the founder of Daoism
Laozi
What does the principle yin and yang describe
It describes the balance between opposites/opposites coexisting in harmony.
When did Daoism emerge
6th century BCE
What type of religion is Daoism?
Philosophical/Religous
What does the “Dao” refer to
The Dao refers to “the way”or the natural order of the universe
In which era/age was Daoism created?
Classical Age Belief Systems
Why do Daoists stay away from wealth, status, fame, and government?
Because it goes against the Dao
What is wu wei?
Non-action/not forcing things
What is the range of the Classical Age Belief Systems?
1000 BCE - 1 CE
What is one main symbols Daoist use and what does it represent? (Hint: it’s not yin and yang)
Uncarved wood—it represents simplicity and purity
What is ziran?
Naturalness or being in tune with nature.
Out of the 3 religions from China, when did Daoism emerge?
Second
What are the two types of meditation practices in Daoism?
Active and passive
What is the Dao De Jing
The Daoist text that explains core Daoist beliefs
When was the Dao de Jing created
Sixth-century BCE