Daoism/Definition

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Daoism [r]: (Also Taoism) Philosophical and religious tradition originating in China between 6th and 2nd centuries BCE; as a philosophy, advocates harmony with the cosmic principle called the Way (the Dao); as a religion, offers longevity or immortality by means of virtuous action, ascetic practices, and medicines.