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Daoism

By Chad Hansen — 2003

Daoism stands alongside Confucianism as one of the two great religious/philosophical systems of China. Traditionally traced to the mythical Laozi, philosophical Daoism owes more to Zhuangzi. Daoism per se has no “constant dao,” however, it does have a common spirit. Dao-centered philosophical reflection engendered a distinctive ambivalence in advocacy.

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Recommended Reading

The following books are recommended reading for those wishing to further explore Daoism and support their cultivation. These books use either the older Wade-Giles or newer pinyin system of romanisation for their titles and content which may appear confusing.

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