PHIL 2010 - Lipinski: Daoism/Taoism

This article argues for a cross-culturally pluralistic conception of spiritual exemplarity.

Quite a few popular books that explain Dao, such as certain translations of the Daode jing and "The Tao of Pooh", have been heavily criticized by Western scholars as colonialist appropriations of Chinese culture, and thus as examples of a "false" Dao. However, such critiques are presented without considering the view in China, after all the birthplace of the concept of Dao. This paper aims to add a Chinese perspective to this discussion.

Article from the publication The Anarchist Studies

Talks about a new method of religion that can relate to different religions called Scripture Reasoning that creates dialogue between the main forms of faith in China such as Buddhism, Taoism and other religions of the east and west by reading and reflecting on sacred texts of said religions and interpretate what they mean and reflect on it.

An article on the observation on Taoism's effect on mental health in Chinese communities.

Article that talks about Taoism and its relation to the tradition and belief of more monogamous Chinese Communities to Chinese communities who are exposed to western believes.

An essay is presented on the principles of taoism which relates to the basic generalization of reasoning and conduct of Jerry Brown, California's youngest governor at age 36. It manifests the philosophical system developed on the teachings of Chinese philosopher Lao-tzu with the prominence and the guiding principles followed on by Brown, who indulged eight years as governor. It advocates on a simple honest life and the noninterference with the course of natural events.

This paper follows the tradition of treating Zhuangzi's Butterfly Dream episode as presenting a version of skepticism.

Based on the explication of Zhuangzi's notion of transcendental life, the article provides a new understanding of Zhuangzi's crucial notion of 'wandering' (you) .

Brief review of the origins and development of Daoism and its central concepts

Review of a book by David A. Palmer and Elijah Siegler

Review of 1997 book concerning the early stages of Taoism.

Explores the history of the world’s oldest continuous state, from the ancient past to the present day.

Taoism as a cultural force, and its manifestations in Chinese society past and present.