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Tao (pronounced “dao”) means literally “the path” or “the way.” It is a universal principle that underlies everything from the creation of galaxies to the interaction of human beings. The …
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Tao (Pinyin Dào) is a metaphysical concept found in Taoism, Confucianism, and more often in ancient Chinese philosophy. The Chinese character translates as "way," "path," or "route". In …
Tao - Tao.org
We cannot speak concretely about Absolute Tao because Tao is the Cosmic Mystery of the Great Ultimate. It is the mysterious source that gives birth to all creations including the Earth, the …
Religions - Taoism: What is the Tao? - BBC
Nov 12, 2009 · The most important thing about the Tao is how it works in the world, and how human beings relate to it. Philosophical speculation about what the Tao actually is, is less …
