Ancient East Asia, spanning from 8000 BCE to 600 CE, witnessed the rise of influential figures like Yao, Shun, and Yu, who laid the groundwork for Chinese society. The Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties brought about unified rules and advancements in metallurgy and governance. Notable thinkers such as C

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Daoism, a philosophical view originating during the Warring States Period, emphasizes living in harmony with nature to achieve peace and well-being. Laozi, the supposed founder, advocated simplicity, minimizing desires, and embracing the natural way of life. The core text, Daodejing, guides follower

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Explore the intriguing similarities and disparities between Zhuangzi and Laozi in their philosophical views on the Dao. Delve into the concept of the Dao as an undifferentiated whole, the perspectival nature of knowledge according to Zhuangzi, and freedom from the fear of suffering. Uncover how Zhua

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East Asian Philosophy, encompassing Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, and Korean traditions, is shaped by pillars like Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism. This philosophical landscape evolved from a rich tapestry of ideas, including Pre-Confucian China's historical context, the teachings of Confucius,

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