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…
