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Taoism“The Way”Chyian, Keenan, Julie, Maria

The Founding of Taoism *Founded around 600 BC by Lao Tzu.*Taoism was founded in China and is still practice regularly there.

Lao Tzu

Tao Tzu was known for his wisdom and lived from (604-531) his life philosophy as recored by the chinese antiquity historian Ssu-Ma Ch’en. He has discovered that people are influenced easily especially by the bad things in life. The True founder of

Taoism in ChinaTaoism is one of China’s major religions indigenous to the country. The primary belief is in learning and practicing Dao (The Way) which is the ultimate truth of the universe.

Modern Taoist Temple in China

Taoism Philosophy

(An ancient philosophy tradition. This article involves the yin-yang the principle of harmony and change.)

Taoism represents:● Contraction of the past to the future.● The transcendence of time and place.● The balance of the old and the new.● The balance between opposing forces and

desires.

Overall the Taoism Philosophy represents “The Way” in which to live.

Quotes by Lao Tzu“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished. -Dont rush through life you will get everything done just enjoy it.“It is hidden but always present” -You may not think that things are there in life but the always are you just may not see them.“In thinking, keep it simple”-Don’t over think anything you may talk yourself out of doing something. Just keep it simple.

Effects of TaoismThe philosophy/ religion is responsible for acupuncture, feng shui, the popular yin and yang symbol, zen ,and martial art tai chi. Taoism's influence can also be seen in very fashionable chinese medicines.