Taoism and Transcedentalism

For centuries, the human race has been seeking answers to the seemingly fundamental questions of life. Why are we here, who placed us where we are and what is the purpose that we are meant to fulfill are all questions that have been debated and dissected by intellects and philosophers alike. Despite the fact that the same questions have been asked over and over again, the response to the questions have been answered in an …showed first 75 words of 1624 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1624 total…created many years and seemingly worlds apart. Both focus on the Tao or “the way” to live ones life, and when studied, either philosophy will lead the individual down the path they choose. These two are not the only philosophies in the world, in fact, there are thousands of them waiting to be discovered; but only for those who leave their minds and hearts open. “Though the way is quite broad, people love shortcuts” (Tse 53).