Taoism Collection (page 9)

Temple altar inside statue of the Taoist god Xuan Tian Shang Di, North Pole Pavilion, Lotus Pond, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Pagoda on the North Pole Pavilion, Lotus Pond, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Chinese philosopher and founder of Taoism. Line drawing
LAO-TZU (c604-531 B.C.). Chinese philosopher and founder of Taoism. Line drawing

Ksien-Ku, one of the Pa Hsien, the Eight Immortals of Taoism, and the only female. Chinese art. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Evil Genie of the Taoist shamanism. Chinese art. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Chinese philosopher. Chinese incense burner in the shape of a water buffalo and its rider
LAO-TZU (604-531 BC). Chinese philosopher. Chinese incense burner in the shape of a water buffalo and its rider, who is thought to be Lao-tzu. Bronze, Sung dynasty, 960-1127 AD

City God Temple, Old City, Shanghai, China

Thailand, Ko Phuket, Phuket. Dragon dancers and fireworks during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival. The 9 day religious festival celebrates spiritual and body cleansing for the local Chinese community

Longshan Temple
Money burning incinerator at Longshan Temple

Colourful, decorative colonade outside the entrance to the Cao Dai Temple in Sa Dec.The religion of Cao Daism was known to have been founded in 1926 by Ngo Van Chieu

List of philanthropists, Taoist temple, Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Incense sticks on joss stick pot burning and smoke used to pay respect to Buddha, Taoist temple, Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddhist statue before the Taoist temple in Davao, Mindanao, Philippines

Buddhist Nanchang Nanchan Temple Pagoda Tower Wuxi Jiangsu Province, China
Buddhist Nanchang Nanchang Temple Pagoda Tower Wuxi Jiangsu Province, China. Temple was established in approximately 550AD

Taoist God Statues City God Temple Yueyuan Shanghai China Most famous Taoist temple
Taoist God Statues City God Temple Yueyuan Shanghai, China Most famous Taoist temple in Shanghai

Buddha
illustration of a Buddha statue meditating

Agni, the god of fire
illustration of a Agni, the god of fire

Dai Temple, Taian, Shandong province, China, Asia

Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests
In front of The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, at the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. Framed by the south gate

Wall Art at Bao an Temple, Taipei, Taiwan
A shot of one of the paintings on the walls of the Bao an Temple in Taipai, Taiwan. The temple is one of the main tourist sights in the city

Tiger painting Han Jiang temple Georgetown Penang Malaysia
Tiger painting in Unesco Asia-Pacific Heritage Award Han Jiang temple (Teochew temple), Georgetown, Penang island, Malaysia, Asia

Chinese dragons painting Han Jiang temple Georgetown Penang Malaysia
Chinese dragons painting Han Jiang ancestral temple (Teochew temple), Georgetown, Penang island, Malaysia, Asia

Central courtyard Han Jiang temple Georgetown Penang Malaysia
Central courtyard Han Jiang temple with with painted shutters, Georgetown, Penang island, Malaysia, Asia

Han Jiang temple Georgetown Penang Malaysia
Place of worship in Han Jiang ancestral temple (Teochew temple) at Georgetown, Penang island, Malaysia, Asia

Figure of a Taoist Deity (wood)
BAL99067 Figure of a Taoist Deity (wood) by Chinese School, (10th century); British Museum, London, UK; Chinese, out of copyright

Procession of a bride going home to her husband, engraved by N. Parr (engraving)
XJF307380 Procession of a bride going home to her husband, engraved by N. Parr (engraving) (b/w photo) by Chinese School, (18th century); Private Collection; Chinese, out of copyright

TAOISM: MATSU P O. Taoist Queen of Heaven, Matsu P o, with attendants. Line drawing

Temple of Heaven in Beijing, China

Dazu, Chongqing, China
Buddha, Dazu rock carvings. Beishan, Dazu, Chongqing, China

Dazu, Chongqing, China
Buddha, Dazu rock carvings. Beishan, Dazu, Chongqing, China

Dazu, Chongqing, China
Dazu rock carvings

Dazu, Chongqing, China
Foot, Dazu Rock Carvings

Dazu, Chongqing, China
Foot, Dazu Rock Carvings

Dazu, Chongqing, China
Dazu Rock Carvings, Chongqing, China

Dazu, Chongqing, China
Dazu rock carvings

Rock Carvings, Baoding Shan, Dazu Chongqing China
The Dazu Rock Carvings are a series of Chinese religious sculptures and carvings, dating back as far as the 7th century AD, depicting and influenced by Buddhist, Confucian and Taoist beliefs

Rock Carvings, Baodingshan, Dazu, China
One of the Three Worthies of Huayan, named Manjushri. A triad venerated by the Huayan (Jp. Kegon) School of Buddhism.The Dazu rock carvings, one of Chinas most impressive UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Rock Carvings, Baodingshan, Dazu, China
One of the Three Worthies of Huayan, named, Vairocana, a triad venerated by theAHuayanA(Jp. Kegon) School of Buddhism.The Dazu rock carvings

Rock Carvings, Baodingshan, Dazu, China
Close-up of one of the Three Worthies of Huayan, named, Samantabhadra, a triad venerated by theAHuayanA(Jp. Kegon) School of Buddhism

Rock Carvings, Baodingshan, Dazu, China
One of the Three Worthies of Huayan, named, Manjushri, a triad venerated by theAHuayanA(Jp. Kegon) School of Buddhism

Rock Carvings, Baodingshan, Dazu, China
Two of the Three Worthies of Huayan, named, Manjushri and Vairocana, a triad venerated by theAHuayanA(Jp. Kegon) School of Buddhism.The Dazu rock carvings

Rock Carvings, Baodingshan, Dazu, China
Close-up of one of the Three Worthies of Huayan, named, Vairocana, a triad venerated by theAHuayanA(Jp. Kegon) School of Buddhism

Rock Carvings, Baodingshan, Dazu, China
Head of Buddha Parinirvana.A prominent carving in Baodingshan is the Reclining Buddha or Sleeping Buddha, which depicts Shakyamunis death and achievement of parinirvana

Rock Carvings, Baodingshan, Dazu, China
MahamayuriThe cult ofAMahamayuriAwas widespread in Sichuan, although this deity, the only femaleAVidyaraja, seems little-known outside of that area

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Taoism, an ancient Chinese philosophy and religion, encompasses a rich tapestry of beliefs and practices, and is deeply rooted in the principles of balance, harmony, and the pursuit of inner peace. One can catch a glimpse of Taoist spirituality through various cultural artifacts scattered across time and space. The enigmatic image of The Kitchen-God from 1922 captures the mystique surrounding this tradition's deities. Its unknown creator skillfully portrays a divine figure associated with domestic affairs, symbolizing blessings upon households. The teachings of Lao-Tse, Confucius, and Buddha have also influenced Taoism over centuries. These great thinkers shaped its philosophical underpinnings while emphasizing compassion, wisdom, and self-realization. In Southeast Asia's Thian Hock Keng Taoist temple stands Mazu sea goddess—a revered deity believed to protect seafarers. This sacred site in Singapore serves as a testament to Taoism's enduring presence throughout the region. Further south lies Cebu City in the Philippines where another Taoist temple stands tall—its vibrant colors reflecting devotion to spiritual enlightenment amidst bustling city life. The iconic Yin Yang symbol embodies one of Taoism's fundamental concepts—the harmonious interplay between opposing forces such as light and dark or masculine and feminine energies—an eternal dance that maintains cosmic equilibrium. Delving deeper into its mystical aspects reveals Chinese eroticism depicted in Sou Nu King—a treatise on sexual initiation dating back to the 4th century A. D. Within these pages lies an exploration of sensuality intertwined with spiritual growth—an embodiment of Taoist beliefs regarding physical intimacy as a path towards transcendence. Xuan Wu (Tran Vu), a bronze statue residing within Quan Thanh Temple in Ba Dinh District exudes strength and protection—a representation of one aspect within the pantheon worshipped by followers seeking guidance along their spiritual journey.