Daoism In History
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A History Of Daoism And The Yao People Of South China
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Author : Eli Alberts
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
A History Of Daoism And The Yao People Of South China written by Eli Alberts and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with History categories.
The term Yao refers to a non-sinitic speaking, southern "Chinese" people who originated in central China, south of the Yangzi River. Despite categorization by Chinese and Western scholars of Yao as an ethnic minority with a primitive culture, it is now recognized that not only are certain strains of religious Daoism prominent in Yao ritual traditions, but the Yao culture also shares many elements with pre-modern official and mainstream Chinese culture. This book is the first to furnish a history-part cultural, part political, and part religious-of contacts between the Chinese state and autochthonous peoples (identified since the 11th century as Yao people) in what is now South China. It vividly details the influence of Daoism on the rich history and culture of the Yao people. The book also includes an examination of the specific terminology, narratives, and symbols (Daoist/ imperial) that represent and mediate these contacts. "This is an important piece of work on a little studied, but very interesting subject, namely, Taoism among the non-Sinitic peoples of South China and adjoining areas." - Professor Victor Mair, University of Pennsylvania "This brilliant study by Eli Alberts has now cleared away much of the cloud that has been caused by previous, mostly impressionistic scholarship on the "Dao of the Yao". - Professor Barend J.ter Haar, Leiden University
The Emergence Of Daoism
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Author : Gil Raz
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2012-03-15
The Emergence Of Daoism written by Gil Raz and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03-15 with Political Science categories.
At the core of Daoism are ancient ideas concerning the Way, the fundamental process of existence (the Dao). Humans, as individuals and as a society, should be aligned with the Dao in order to attain the fullness of life and its potential. This book presents the history of early Daoism, tracing the development of the tradition between the first and the fifth centuries CE. This book discusses the emergence of several Daoist movements during this period, including the relatively well-known Way of the Celestial Master that appeared in the second century, and the Upper Clarity and the Numinous Treasure lineages that appeared in the fourth century. These labels are very difficult to determine socially, and they obscure the social reality of early medieval China, that included many more lineages. This book argues that these lineages should be understood as narrowly defined associations of masters and disciples, and it goes on to describe these diverse social groupings as ‘communities of practice’. Shedding new light on a complex and multifaceted phenomenon, the formation of Daoism as a new religion in early medieval China, this book presents a major step forward in Daoist Studies.
Daoism In History
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Author : Benjamin Penny
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2006-04-18
Daoism In History written by Benjamin Penny and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-04-18 with History categories.
Over the last decade there has been a marked increase in the study of Daoism especially in Japan, China and the West, with a new generation of scholars broadening our understanding of the religion. Including contributions from the foremost scholars in the field, Daoism in History presents new and important research. These essays honour one of the pioneers of Daoist studies, Emeritus Professor Liu Ts'un-yan. His major essay 'Was Celestial Master Zhang a Historical Figure?' addresses one of the pivotal questions in the entire history of Daoism and is included here as the final essay. In addition, a Chinese character glossary, bibliography and index conclude the book. The first in an exciting new series, this book presents brand new thinking on Daoism - a field now recognized as one of the most vital areas of research in Chinese history and the history of religions.
Taoist Ritual In Chinese Society And History
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Author : John Lagerwey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1987
Taoist Ritual In Chinese Society And History written by John Lagerwey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1987 with History categories.
This is the first comprehensive English-language introduction to Taoist ritual both for the scholar and the general reader. In this splendid account, Taoism is presented as a system of religious symbol and action deeply rooted in centuries of Chinese social life. In vivid detail, Lagerwey describes the intricacies of Taoist rituals as performed by a single Taoist priest in present-day Taiwan. With the methodology of a literary critic, he explains what the Taoist priests have done, and continue to do, as intercessors acting to protect their communities, and what these beliefs and practices mean to the followers.
Celestial Masters
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Author : Terry F. Kleeman
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2021
Celestial Masters written by Terry F. Kleeman and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021 with History categories.
Celestial Masters is the first book in any Western language devoted solely to the founding of Daoism. It traces the movement from the mid-second century CE through the sixth century, and provides a detailed analysis of ritual life within the movement, covering the roles of common believer or Daoist citizen, novice, and priest or libationer.
Daoism In The Twentieth Century
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Author : David A Palmer
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2012-03
Daoism In The Twentieth Century written by David A Palmer and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03 with History categories.
An interdisciplinary group of scholars explores the social history and anthropology of Daoism from the late nineteenth century to the present, focusing on the evolution of traditional forms of practice and community, as well as modern reforms and reinventions. Essays investigate ritual specialists, body cultivation and meditation traditions, monasticism, new religious movements, state-sponsored institutionalization, and transnational networks"--Publisher's Web site.
Taoism
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Author : Russell Kirkland
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2004
Taoism written by Russell Kirkland and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with History categories.
Presents volume thirteen of a fourteen-volume series on World Religions exploring the origins of Taoism in China, its central beliefs and restoration under China's religious freedom clause, rituals, sacred sites, and more.
Confucianism Buddhism Daoism Christianity And Chinese Culture
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Author : Yijie Tang
language : en
Publisher: CRVP
Release Date : 1991
Confucianism Buddhism Daoism Christianity And Chinese Culture written by Yijie Tang and has been published by CRVP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Philosophy categories.
Confucianism and Daoism absorbing and mutually transforming new horizons, especially Buddhism; attention to the writings of Matteo Ricci and potential Christian contributions to modern development in Chinese culture.
Historical Dictionary Of Daoism
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Author : Ronnie L. Littlejohn
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Release Date : 2019-11-29
Historical Dictionary Of Daoism written by Ronnie L. Littlejohn and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-29 with Philosophy categories.
Daoism is the oldest indigenous philosophic-spiritual tradition of China and one of the most ancient of the world’s spiritual structures. The name Daoism comes from the term dao, which meansa “way” or a “road” through the field or woods to one’s village. It is also means the “way” to do something, such as how a master craftsman carves wood, makes a bell, or even butchers an ox. But dao is also a nominative in the history of Daoism, referring to the energizing process that permeates and animates all of reality and moves it along. However, both text and practice in this tradition insist that dao itself cannot be described in words; itis not God in the sense of Western philosophy or religion. Daoism has no supreme being, even if there is an extensive grammar about nominally self-conscious entities and powers for which the Chinese use the word “spirit” (shen). For example, the highest powers of Daoism are variously called Taishang Laojun (the deified Laozi), the Celestial Worthy of Primordial Beginning (Yuanshi tianzun), the Jade Emperor (Yuhuang Shangdi), or the Perfected Warrior (Zhenwu). But these are expressions of dao in specific shen; they are not identical to Dao, except in the most unique case—when Laozi, the putative founder of Daoism and author of its major work, Daodejing, is said to be one with the dao. Historical Dictionary of Daoism contains a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, an extensive bibliography, and more than 400 cross-referenced entries related to the Chinese belief and worldview known as Daoism, including dozens of Daoist terms, names, and practices. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Daoism.
Taoism Under The T Ang
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Author : Timothy Hugh Barrett
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
Taoism Under The T Ang written by Timothy Hugh Barrett and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with History categories.
Knowledge of the history of religion under the T'ang Dynasty (A.D. 618-907) has until now been limited at best. This scholarly work fills important gaps in general knowledge of Taoism ("China's own higher religion"), and its roles in China's social and political life during the T'ang Dynasty period, the golden age of Chinese history.