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In Taoism, the fundamental principle underlying and unifying the universe, and the natural way of living in harmony with it.
"Taoist teachings encourage followers to live in accordance with the Tao."
How to Use Tao
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe central concept in Taoism — the natural order or "way" of the universe.
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taos plural
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Etymology
From the Chinese word dao, meaning "way" or "path", romanised using the older Wade-Giles system.