The World's Wisdom: Sacred Texts of the World's Religions - Chapter 4: Taoism Summary & Analysis

Philip Novak
This Study Guide consists of approximately 34 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The World's Wisdom.

The World's Wisdom: Sacred Texts of the World's Religions - Chapter 4: Taoism Summary & Analysis

Philip Novak
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Chapter 4: Taoism Summary and Analysis

The Chinese believe that we live in a world of contrasts—yin and yang, light and dark, male and female. It follows then that a combination of Confucianism and Taoism would appeal to them. Confucianism focuses on will and rational behavior and Taoism, while not the exact opposite of Confucianism, advocates instinct and creativity. The blending of these two spiritual concepts represents the balance that the Chinese feel comfort in. Both religions entered the Chinese culture around the same time in the sixth century BCE.

Lao Tzu, a legendary figure who was fifty years older than Confucius, is credited with establishing Taoism. Lao Tzu wrote the Taoism Bible and the Tao Te Ching. The Tao Te Ching is a surprisingly brief work and has become an inspiration for people of all walks of life. The second greatest sage...

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