Daojia
Daojia refers to the Daojia tradition in Chinese thought, encompassing both philosophical writings and religious practices that emphasize living in harmony with the Dao, the ultimate principle that orders the cosmos. The term can denote philosophical Daoism, which treats the Dao as an indefinable source and pattern of nature, as well as religious Daoism, which develops organized rituals, communities, and practices around that doctrine.
Origins and core ideas: Philosophical Daoism emerged in the late Warring States period (roughly 4th–3rd centuries
Branches and texts: Foundational texts include the Dao De Jing and Zhuangzi, whose verses and parables shaped
Influence: Daojia has profoundly influenced Chinese philosophy, literature, art, medicine, and governance. Its ideas intersected with