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10 Language-to-English DictionariesTaoismus
Pronunciation / Transliteration: Taoismus
"Der Taoismus betont das Leben im Einklang mit dem Tao."
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A philosophical and religious tradition originating in China, emphasizing living in harmony with the Tao, which is considered the fundamental principle that is the source of all existence.
"Many practitioners of Taoism seek to align their lives with the natural flow of the universe." - 2
A system of beliefs and practices that includes meditation, feng shui, and rituals aimed at achieving spiritual immortality.
"Taoism includes various practices such as Tai Chi and Qigong, which promote physical and spiritual well-being."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Taoism' originates from the Chinese word 'Dao' (道), which means 'way' or 'path'. It was first used in English in the 19th century to describe the philosophical and religious traditions rooted in Chinese culture, particularly those attributed to Laozi and the text 'Tao Te Ching'. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a variety of practices and beliefs associated with harmony, nature, and the universe.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Taoism" is said worldwide
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Taoïsme
Transliteration: Taoïsme
"Le taoïsme enseigne l'harmonie avec la nature."
Taoismus
Transliteration: Taoismus
"Der Taoismus betont das Leben im Einklang mit dem Tao."
Taoismo
Transliteration: Taoismo
"Il taoismo è una filosofia che insegna l'armonia con la natura."
Taoísmo
Transliteration: Taoísmo
"El taoísmo promueve la paz interior y la conexión con el universo."
Taoísmo
Transliteration: Taoísmo
"O taoísmo é uma filosofia que busca a harmonia com o Tao."
ताओवाद
Transliteration: Tāovād
"ताओवाद प्राकृतिक संतुलन के साथ जीने की शिक्षा देता है।"
道教
Transliteration: Dàojiào
"道教强调与自然的和谐。"
도교
Transliteration: Dogyo
"도교는 자연과의 조화를 강조합니다."
道教
Transliteration: Dōkyō
"道教は自然との調和を重視しています。"
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