Taoism

A Chinese philosophical and religious tradition originating with Laozi and the Tao Te Ching, centered on living in harmony with the Tao (the Way). Key concepts include wu wei (effortless action), ziran (natural spontaneity), and pu (simplicity). Taoism emphasizes returning to one's original nature, non-contention, and alignment with the natural order. Alongside Confucianism and Buddhism, it is one of the Three Teachings of China.

According to the Tao Te Ching, the foundational text attributed to Laozi, and the Zhuangzi, the central writings of Taoist philosophy, Taoism represents a key concept that continues to inform philosophical thought and practice today.