ORIGIN OF TAOISM
Taoism was believed to began in 6th century BCE around Northern China
How did taoism begin? "origin story"
Taoism was started by a Chinese philosopher, Lao Tzu, the supreme master. Tao lived in the same time as another ancient Chinese philosopher, Confucius. It is said that one day Lao Tzu left his job and rode off because he became frustrated with the people in China, especially the leaders so he vowed to leave. The border guard recognized him and begging and pleaded him not to leave. The guard instead convinces him to write down his ideas before he l eaves. He agreed and wrote it down on a shaft of leaves. His writings became known as Tao Te Ching, the most important book in Taoism.
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Who were the most important people in Taoism?
The founder of Taoism was thought to be Lao Tzu who was born and lived in China where Taoism originated. Originally, Taoism was considered to be more of a philosophy than a religion as i t has no focus on gods or higher beings. Taoism does not practice the worship of their gods. Taoists viewed them as Chinese philosphers.