Daoist Wu Wei and Ziran
노장사상의 무위자연과 물아일체
A classical Chinese philosophy advocating effortless action (*Wu Wei*) in spontaneous alignment with the natural generative cosmic order (*Dao* and *Ziran*), transcending rigid social distinctions.
| Field | Philosophy · Religious Studies |
|---|---|
| Level of analysis | Macro · Structures & Institutions |
| Paradigm | Phenomenology Pragmatism |
| Key figures | 👤 Laozi (노자) 👤 Zhuangzi (장자) |
| Year | -400 |
Key Claims
Laozi and Zhuangzi rejected artificial sociopolitical hierarchies. Wu Wei (non-contriving, effortless action) harmonizes human existence with Ziran (natural spontaneity). In the Zhuangzi, the famous butterfly dream collapses rigid dualisms between self and world, achieving effortless spiritual liberation (Xiaoyaoyou).
Further Reading
- Laozi. (ca. 4th c. BC). Dao De Jing.
- Zhuangzi. (ca. 3rd c. BC). Zhuangzi.
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