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"To regard the fundamental as the essence, to regard things as coarse, to regard accumulation as deficiency, and to dwell quietly alone with the spiritual and the intelligent . . . herein lie the techniques of Tao of the ancients." Chang Tsu |
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PHILOSOPHICAL DAOISM |
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RELIGIOUS & YOGIC DAOISM |
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http://www.infosponge.com/tao/whatis.html |
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This site provides a concise and informative introduction to Taoism including the answer to the question "What is Taoism?". Taoism can be looked at as a philosophy, religion, or "a roadmap to leading a well balanced life." |
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http://www.telecottage.com/spridle/taoism.html |
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This site provides a differing viewpoint than what is found on many of the others. It presents Taoism as neither a religion nor a philosophy but as a way of life. According to the site, Taoism goes beyond the ability to be classified to being a force found in everything. It provides further information about the founders and religious texts of Taoism. |