Origin
What is another name for Taoism
Daoism
What does Wu Wei mean
non-action or non-forcing
Are Taoist rituals highly complex or relatively simple?
Highly Complex
How did Taoism influence Chinese culture.
Taoism influenced Chinese culture by fostering a holistic worldview centered on harmony with nature, balance, and inner tranquility.
How many bones are in the body?
206
What is the Tao
The Tao is the ultimate source and underlying force of the universe
What does Ziran mean?
so-of-itself or spontaneity
What is one example of a text that priests chant and recite during rituals.
Dao De Jing
How did Taoism influence Shinto?
Taoism influences Shinto through absorbed practices such as divination & numerology.
Who was the 35th President
John F Kennedy
What is the fundamental concept representing complementary, opposing forces that exist in a harmonious balance within the universe
Yin and Yang
What is the fundamental, invisible principle that governs the entire universe
The Tao (Dao)
What are two things that can be offered during rituals and ceremonies.
Fruits, incense, paper items
What is Acupuncture?
medicine technique that involves inserting needles into the body to relieve pain/ treat many conditions.
What is Pi? (The first 6/7 digits)
3.141592
Which historian tells the story of Lao-Tzu
Sima Qian
How many texts are in the Daozang?
1,400
What is the Ghost festival?
Offerings made to wandering spirits to bring peace to both worlds.
What is Nongli?
Combination of solar and lunar calendars
Which country was able reach the moon's surface first?
The Soviet Union
What were the Five Spirits
Zhi, Hun, Shen, Yi, and Po
When was the Tao Te Ching established (which century)?
3rd-4th century BCE
What is "Pacing the Big Dipper" in Taoism
Pacing the Big Dipper" is a dance to fly to heaven and command spirits and deities. While it may look like an ordinary theatrical dance, its purpose is purely spiritual and utilitarian, aimed at controlling objects and forces. .
What is Yin-yang divination?
System of Chinese divination practices rooted in yin and yang.
Who's the best teacher at PCHS and why?
MRS.PRUITTTTT