An introduction to the philosophy and religion of Taoism : pathways to immortality / Jeaneane Fowler.

An introduction to the philosophy and religion of Taoism : pathways to immortality / Jeaneane Fowler.

9781845190866 (pbk. : alk. paper)
1845190866 (pbk. : alk. paper)
9781845190859 (alk. paper)
1845190858 (alk. paper)

Portland, Ore : Sussex Academic Press, 2005.

English

ix, 342 pages ; 25 cm

BL1920 .F685 2005

299.5/14

In its rich evolution from antiquity to present times, Chinese religion has encompassed manifold religious expressions. Taoism is one facet of Chinese religion, and exemplifies particularly well the variety of beliefs and practices that humankind has adopted and experienced in the search for answers to both ultimate and proximate questions about life and death. This book explores the different pathways Taoism took in that search, touching at many points on the other interrelated facets of Chinese religion in Confucianism, Buddhism and popular religion. The mystical, philosophical traditions of Taoism are analyzed, as well as the more colorful and overtly religious strands of Taoism.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 316-334) and index.

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