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Taoism
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Definition:
Taoism is a religion which developed in China in the 2nd century BCE, emphasizing the improvement of life through getting into touch with cosmic forces and thus achieving harmony with nature.

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Alternate Spellings: Dao

Common Misspellings: none

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A system of human beliefs, ideals and practices which is harder to define than it may at first appear.

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