- Daoist School of the Warring States Period (475-221 BC), based on the teachings of Laozi or Lao-tze 老子【Lǎo zǐ】 (c. 500 BC-) and Zhuangzi 庄子【Zhuāng zǐ】 (369-286 BC)
Generated: This refers to a philosophical and religious tradition that emphasizes living in harmony with the Dao, a fundamental principle that is the source of everything. The philosophies developed during this time significantly influenced Chinese culture and thought.