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Meaning of TAOISM

Pronunciation:  'taûizum

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  philosophical system developed by of Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life and noninterference with the course of natural events
  2. [n]  popular Chinese philosophical system based in teachings of Lao-tzu but characterized by a pantheism of many gods and the practices of alchemy and divination and magic
  3. [n]  religion adhering to the teaching of Lao-tzu
  4. [n]  Chinese Taoist sect claiming to follow the teaching of Lao-tzu but also incorporating pantheism and sorcery
 
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 Synonyms: Daoism, Hsuan Chiao
 
 See Also: faith, faith, philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory, religion, religion, religious belief, religious order, religious sect, sect, Tao, Tao, Taoist

 

 

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Taoism
One of the West`s leading authorities on the Tao introduces listeners to the effortless philosophy for living. For the first time, listeners have at their fingertips a concise, spirited introduction to what is considered to be one of the most complex wisdom traditions. In easy-to-follow language, Cohen unfolds Lao-Tzu`s vast spiritual legacy, from its historical origins to the prayers, rituals, and meditations that make it a vibrant philosophy for living in the modern world.

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Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Ta"o*ism\, n.
One of the popular religions of China, sanctioned by the
state. -- {Ta"o*ist}, a. & n.
 
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