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Question 1. What is meant by the Taoist concept of Tao? Which chapter of the Tao te Ching do you think gives a good account of Tao and its meaning, and what does this chapter mean to you? Give a practical example Tao and its value in contemporary life/society.
Question 2. In a nutshell, how would you describe the social and political philosophy of Taoism? What type of government does it endorse? How should nations, communities and families be organized? What does it imply about one of the following: war, peace, wealth, leadership, justice, and political differences?
Question 3. What does Taoism teach about human relationships with the earth, and other animals? How does it contrast to the regimented organization of life, strict rules, scholarly learning, and value of cultured civilization, associated with Confucianism?
Question 4. What would be the character of a Taoist education? What are some qualities of The Sage, according to the Tao te Ching? What does it imply is the best way to educate the young (and old)?