Eastern Religions – Daoism (Taoism)
World Religions – Eastern Religions – Daoism (Taoism) Overview Daoism (also spelled Taoism) is a philosophical and religious tradition that originated in ancient China, centered on living in harmony with the Dao (the “Way”), which is understood as the fundamental principle underlying the universe. Unlike systems built on a personal, creator God, Daoism emphasizes alignment…
Iranian Religions – Zoroastrianism
Overview Zoroastrianism, also called Zarathustriaism, Magianism (Magi) or Mazdaism is an ancient Iranian religion. Before the rise of the Persian Empire (circa 600 b.c.) Zoroaster, the founder of this religion, reformed the earlier Iranian pantheon into a simplified version, focused primarily on only two opposing forces of good and evil. Over time, Zoroaster influences over…
Dharmic Religions – Hinduism
World Religions – Dharmic Religions – Hinduism Overview – Hinduism Hinduism is one of the oldest and most complex religious traditions in the world, originating in the Indian subcontinent and developing over thousands of years. Unlike many major world religions, Hinduism does not have a single identifiable founder, unified creed, or universally accepted set of…
Dharmic Religions – Buddhism
World Religions – Dharmic Religions – Buddhism Overview Buddhism is a major world religion and philosophical system that originated in ancient India in the 5th–6th century BC. It is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha (“the Enlightened One”). Unlike many religious traditions, Buddhism does not center on the worship of…
