Routledge Studies in Taoism

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1. The Emergence of Daoism

   Creation of Tradition

   By Gil Raz

   Series: Routledge Studies in Taoism

   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...

   Published February 27th 2012 by Routledge
2. Daoist Ritual, State Religion, and Popular Practices

   Zhenwu Worship from Song to Ming (960-1644)

   By Shin-Yi Chao

   Series: Routledge Studies in Taoism

   Zhenwu, or the Perfected Warrior, is one of the few Chinese Deities that can rightfully claim a countrywide devotion. Religious specialists, lay devotees, the state machine, and the cultural industry all participated, both collaboratively and competitively, in the evolution of this devotional...

   Published May 24th 2011 by Routledge
3. Daoism in History

   Essays in Honour of Liu Ts'un-yan

   Edited by Benjamin Penny

   Series: Routledge Studies in Taoism

   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...

   Published August 11th 2010 by Routledge