Daoism in ChinaThis book provides a systemic introduction of Daoism in China. Subjects includes the spirituality in early China, establishment and lineage of the celestial masters, Daoist deities, temples, and sacred places, the influence of Daoism in culture and customs. With black and white photographs, including shrines, temples, and deities. |
Contents
Preface | 1 |
Introduction | 7 |
Spirituality in Early China | 9 |
The Establishment of Daoist Organizations | 23 |
The Development of Daoism and the Formation | 41 |
Daoist Deities | 59 |
Daoist Temples and Sacred Places | 93 |
Important Daoist Scriptures and the Compilation | 131 |
The China Taoist Association | 147 |
The Influence of Daoism | 189 |
of China207 | 207 |
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