Introduction to Daoism (Taoism)

Taoism is a native Chinese religion with large population of followers throughout the entire history. Its rich content has produced far-reaching effects in both ancient China and many Asian countries. The large volumes of classics are important part of cultural heritage of China. Historians and the Taoist community generally think that Daoism came into existence in the time of Emperor Shundi of the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 126 - 144), about 1,800 years of history.
 

Daoism can be traced back to more than 2000 years ago if we consider “Fang Xian Dao”---the practices of immortality, and “Huanglao Dao” -- the practice of longevity under the name of Yellow Emperor and Lao Zi, as parts of the formal history. For a long time people have become accustomed to religious concept and practices of Daoism, that is why it is still yielding great influences over the entire culture.