Business management in China is changing, says consultant Fang Ruan. Learn how Chinese entrepreneurs -- long guided by Confucianism's emphasis on authority and regulation -- are now looking to Taoist philosophy for a new, dynamic...

Today we’re going to talk about the collection of routes known as the Silk Roads, and explore how worldview and other ideas spread along those trade routes. The Silk Roads are responsible for everything from the spices we use when we...

Officially, China is an atheist society, although freedom of worship is guaranteed under the Chinese constitution. Religious beliefs vary widely, which isn’t surprising in a country with 56 officially recognized national minorities....

Exploring Vietnam:Our journey commences in Asia as we uncover the allure and mystery of Vietnam from a unique perspective—by bicycle. Traverse the war tunnels and delve into the rich history of Ho Chi Minh City, the cultural and economic...

Discover the ancient rock carvings of Dazu in Chongqing, China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing over 60,000 figures from Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.<br/>

Discover the ancient rock carvings of Dazu in Chongqing, China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing over 60,000 figures from Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.

A short overview of Jainism. Please support the World History Playlist!

Wuwei is a core concept in Daoist philosophy that involves letting go of control and letting things happen naturally. It's often translated as "non-action," but it's not about being inactive or passive. Instead, it's about aligning with...

Philosophy has its roots all over the world, and although the best preserved documents are from the Western world, which is why this topic is so frequently studied from a Western perspective, there are a number of Eastern thinkers that...

For the last several years, people on Reddit and 4Chan have been talking about something called "tulpas" — an ancient Buddhist concept that means, essentially, imaginary friends. These people aren't Buddhists, but they've co-opted the...

Video Atlas of Asia: This clip takes a look at China's major traditional religions.

A short overview of Taoism.

We delve into the philosophy of Taoism and explore the concept of Wu Wei, or non-action, as a pathway to experiencing flow in life. Join us as we uncover the timeless wisdom of Laozi's Tao Te Ching and discover how embracing Wu Wei can...

Creating Taoism or Daoism Religious Icon from Particle Dust Animation.

Men walk across burning coals during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in Phuket Thailand.

Creating Taoism or Daoism Religious Icon from Particle Dust Animation.

Religions symbols composite

Pierced mediums walk in a parade during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in Phuket Thailand.

animated Yin Yang symbol

Mediums walk in a parade during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in Phuket Thailand.

Mediums go into a trance at a temple during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in Phuket Thailand.

Mediums hit themselves with maces while walking in a parade during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in Phuket Thailand.

People throw firecrackers at mediums while they walk in a parade during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in Phuket Thailand.

A mediums is pierced with needles before a parade during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival in Phuket Thailand.