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(noun) philosophical system developed by of Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life and noninterference with the course of natural events |
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Synonyms: Daoism |
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Related Words: philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory |
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(noun) popular Chinese philosophical system based in teachings of Lao-tse but characterized by a pantheism of many gods and the practices of alchemy and divination and magic |
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Synonyms: Hsuan Chiao |
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Related Words: faith, religion, religious belief |
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(noun) religion adhering to the teaching of Lao-tzu |
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Related Words: faith, religion |
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(noun) Chinese Taoist sect claiming to follow the teaching of Lao-Tzu but also incorporating pantheism and sorcery |
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Related Words: religious order, sect |
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