What Is Taoism? And What Is The Impact for Social?

Taoism is one of the biggest religions in China. Taoism emphasizes the harmony of human relations with nature. The teaching of Taoism is very attached to the Chinese. Therefore, it is very difficult to separate this teaching from daily life. 

Taoism is in ruins, and its roots of thought existed before the time of Confucius. Taoism emerged about 3 centuries BC. Taoism is also often called Tao. Tao is the main force in the universe that is found in all things, is in the core of all things in heaven and on earth, eternal and immutable. 

Broadly speaking, the development of Taoist teachings can be grouped into the relationship of Humans to the Universe, the relationship of Humans to God, the relationship of Humans to His Peers, and the relationship of Humans to their Personal Life. All of these teachings cover all aspects of life.

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Tao Te Ching is a sacred book in Taoism, the thinnest holy book among all the various religions in the world. Tao Te Ching consists of only 81 short poems and 25 pages. 

This book was written by Lao Tse in the 6th century BC. It seems very difficult for ordinary people to understand the contents of the book because it is very poetic. 

In addition to the Tao Te Ching book, there are also other books that are considered by experts as the second-largest work of Taoist philosophy, namely the Chuang-Tzu book which contains the thoughts of teacher Zhuang and his students and the book of Leizi which contains collections of stories and entertainment in philosophy.

Taoism in the development of Chinese society had an extraordinary impact. One of the most influential teachings is Lao Tzu. Lao Tzu can be developed and adapted by various aspects of community life, such as religion, knowledge, health, and martial arts. This flowing movement is increasingly circulating and strong throughout mainland China for centuries.

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Taoism brings people to the point of calm and peace so that people regain the happiness that has long been lost due to oppression and war. Taoist teachings are still ongoing and developing. Whereas the philosophy of pure Taoism in the Chinese world turned out to only last for 800 years. During this time the philosophy of Taoism became dominant and moved the spirit of the people who deepen it to get the best, which is in harmony with nature.

Now, the spirit of Taoism can be found in a love of spiritual calm and soul peace. Some find in wisdom, in tranquility, in well-being when they see the poor, and in everything that strives to preserve life and support nature. The spirit of Taoism is in hiding with poetry, the art of drawing and painting, the beauty of gardens and mountains, and the calmness of drinking tea. 

This Taoist hiddenness leads Chinese society to calmness, pride, simplicity, and freedom from mere desire. Living in harmony with nature has brought the lives of Chinese people to be better. This is the influence of the spirit of life united with nature. 

The inclusion of Lao Tzu's teachings in Chinese civilization formed a society that was simple, but not too primitive. They reject the instruments of war, luxury goods, and everything that smells of practicality in life.

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The conclusion is that Taoism teaches about the peace of life. Everyone who lives must have peace and peace of heart. Besides that, nature is wrong that supports us to achieve that peace. With us to be at peace with nature and ourselves, we will more easily carry out daily activities without the burden of heavy thoughts. 

It is very important for us to apply in our daily lives for our smooth activities. In addition, Taoism also teaches many things about life sciences such as medicine, meditation, breathing science, philosophy, and martial arts. This knowledge is very useful for daily activities. Therefore, even though we are not Taoists, but we can learn from what Taoism teaches, then we apply it in everyday life to a better life.