Includes bibliographical references (page 125) and index.
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Introduction : the modern Taoist world -- The origins and early history of Taoism -- The growth and spread of religious Taoism -- The scriptures and beliefs of Taoism -- Ritual and meditation -- The Tao of the arts -- Taoism today.
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Text and accompanying photographs trace the progress of Taoist thought, revealing the essence of a mystical tradition that has quietly evolved over the centuries, keeping its peace amidst the rise and fall of civilizations.