Lao Tzu Flashcards
1
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father of taoism
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Lao Tzu
2
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author of the book called “Tao Te Ching
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Lao Tzu
3
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what does tao te ching contains
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words of wisdom
4
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- is a religion develop from Taoist philosophy. It stresses freedom from desires, simplicity of lifestyle, and understanding the way of the universe.
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Taoism
5
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- his philosophy encourages individuals to seek within themselves and with the world around them, emphasizing
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harmony
balance, simplicity, and the wisdom inherent in nature.
6
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Taoism
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- this is derived from Tao, which means “Path” or “way.” For the early Chinese, the Tao referred to the force that controlled that universe.
7
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- this refers to a spiritual philosophy that focuses on a person’s outlook on life and the world around them.
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Taoism
8
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Taoist’s belief
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acts according to its nature-harmony
9
Q
- view the Tao as the connection that makes all life and movement in nature possible. They believe that when a person lives out their life on earth, the Tao returns them to heaven.
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Taoist
10
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- The Tao is composed of two opposite energies called
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yin and yang.
11
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yin
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Cold
Dark
Mysterious
Earth
female
12
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yang
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Warm
Bright
Positive
Heaven
male
