Taoism

Question 1

Tao

Answer 1

• the way, the path
• “the tao is like a well; used but never use up; it is like the eternal void; filled with infinite possibilities”
• outside in the universe, but also part of a person
• infinite, present for all beings
• no desire

Question 2

Yin & Yang

Answer 2

opposites that compliment one another, if one exists the other exists, they are one

Question 3

Yin

Answer 3

dark–> moon, night, feminine, passive, smooth, cold, water, earth, carbs, vegetables

Question 4

Yang

Answer 4

light–> sun, day, masculine, active, strong, hot, fire, air protein, meat

Question 5

Confucianism

Answer 5

• connected to Taoism
• 5 great relationships related to hierarchy (not emotions)
  
  • Father & son
  • Elder bro & younger bro
  • Husband (power) & wife (motherly)
  • Elder & younger
  • Different social classes
• based on a moral and ethical codes; tao=religion
• Etiquette: boa, gifts (small drink or food as a sign of respect when you go to someone’s home)

Question 6

wei-wu-wei

Answer 6

• the action of non-action and creative letting be

- observation of one’s behavior after they have accepted themselves for who they are

Question 7

wei-wu-wei in relation to water

Answer 7

• water can be fluid and weak, but can wield great power, it is important for water (your life) to be in balance
• water = stillness & rest; important to take time to rest and rejuvenate yourself
• water = symbol of life with no end