Taoism for dummies
by Setton, Mark
AThe definitive guide to understanding Taoism--no matter your background or faithTaoism For Dummies provides comprehensive coverage of Taoism's origins in China's Chou Dynasty, its underlying quietist principles, its emergence as a major religion, various interpretation of its core texts, including both Eastern and Western interpretations, key Taoist concepts, and much more. It also provides a fascinating glimpse of Taoism in contemporary China. The ideal guide for readers interested in this in…
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- Full title :Taoism for dummies / Mark Setton.
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AThe definitive guide to understanding Taoism--no matter your background or faithTaoism For Dummies provides comprehensive coverage of Taoism's origins in China's Chou Dynasty, its underlying quietist principles, its emergence as a major religion, various interpretation of its core texts, including both Eastern and Western interpretations, key Taoist concepts, and much more. It also provides a fascinating glimpse of Taoism in contemporary China. The ideal guide for readers interested in this influential religion, as well as those taking an introductory course on Taoism or Chinese ReligionA valuable source of insight for those with an interest in modern Chinese culture and beliefs.
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- Publication Date:2013.
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):J. Wiley And Sons Canada
- Place of Publication:Etobicoke, Ont
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2013.
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- Description:1 online resource
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9781118423981, 1118423984
- oclc:ocn793944902
- LC Classification:BL1920
- Dewey Decimal:299.5/14
Table of Contents
Part I. Navigating the world of Taoism -- part II. Looking at the development of Taoism -- part III. Examining important Taoist concepts -- part IV. Exploring Taoist practices -- part V. The part of tens -- part VI. Appendixes.
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