Daoism vs. Taoism

Daoismnoun

philosophical system developed by of Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life and noninterference with the course of natural events

Taoismnoun

One of the popular religions of China, sanctioned by the state.

Taoismnoun

a Chinese sect claiming to follow the teaching of Lao-tzu but incorporating pantheism and sorcery in addition to Taoism

Taoismnoun

religion adhering to the teaching of Lao-tzu

Taoismnoun

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

Taoismnoun

philosophical system developed by of Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life and noninterference with the course of natural events

Taoismnoun

a Chinese philosophy based on the writings of Lao-tzu, advocating humility and religious piety.

Taoism

Taoism (), or Daoism (), is a philosophical and spiritual tradition of Chinese origin which emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao (Chinese: 道; pinyin: Dào; lit. 'Way', or Dao).