Discussion of taoism

1. TAOISM

2. Learning outcomes:
Trace the origins of Taoism and identify its sacred texts.
Explain the basic doctrines and practices of Taoism.
Distinguish the different denominations of Taoism and
discuss some if its challenges.
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Learning outcomes

3. Yin-Yang
Yin (black)
- Dark
- Passive
- Downward
- Cold
- Weak
- contracting
Yang (white)
- Bright
- Active
- Upward
- Hot
- Expanding
- Strong

8. Lao Tzu

14. Humankind
Nature
Heaven

15. Taoists will practice the ritual meditation
often and will also try to implement the
principles of
Compassion
Moderation
Humility
humility

18. Communal

19. Yangsheng

24. Many Taoist compared the Tao to water. When it is
restricted, water seeks the weakest spot of any
obstruction and applies constant force until it is free.
Given the slightest opening, water will pass through
and will widen the opening if possible. Water will
always seek to do the easiest thing for as long as it
can.

26. Can involve tens and
hundreds of villages.
Occur every five to ten
years.
Communal meals,
military parades, and plays

27. Written memorial on behalf of
the people to their God’s.
Major festivals can last for days.
Rites can vary from purification,
invocation of the deities, prayers,
consecration and offerings,
hymns and dances.

28. The martial arts from
practiced for balance
Spiritual, emotional, and
mental aspects
Form of movement
meditation
Use for self defense

29. Taoist asked “ What kind of person
should I be?”
Transform individuals first
Transformation of society will
follow.