East Asian Religions
East Asian Religions encompass spiritual traditions from East Asia that often emphasize harmony, balance, and the natural world. Common themes among these religions include ancestor worship, where ancestors are venerated and rituals are performed to honor their spirits. Additionally, syncretism is prevalent, with many East Asian religions incorporating elements from different traditions, making it difficult to categorize them strictly. These religions also emphasize spirituality and world order, highlighting the interconnectedness of all things and the importance of living in harmony with the natural world.
A diverse and ancient set of spiritual practices and beliefs that have evolved over millennia in China, encompassing ancestor worship, veneration of nature spirits, and the worship of a vast array of gods and goddesses. It is deeply intertwined with cultural traditions and includes elements from Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism.
The indigenous spirituality of Japan, Shinto focuses on ritual practices to connect with kami (spirits) and emphasizes harmony with nature and ancestral reverence.
An ancient Chinese philosophy and spiritual tradition founded by Laozi, emphasizing living in harmony with the Tao (the Way), simplicity, and naturalness.
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An ancient Chinese philosophy and ethical system founded by Confucius, emphasizing moral integrity, social harmony, and respect for tradition and family.