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Taoism with Vietnamese Mother Goddess Worshipping Belief

Received: 24 July 2021     Accepted: 5 August 2021     Published: 11 August 2021
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Abstract

Taoism originated from China and has had a profound influence on Chinese culture. Today, the Taoist tradition is one of the five religious doctrines officially recognized by China. Taoism was introduced into Vietnam very early. During its existence and development in Vietnam, Taoism has had a relationship with and influence on many Vietnamese folk beliefs, including Mother Goddess worshipping. Mother Goddess worship is a Vietnamese folk belief, with a long history, adapting to changes in Vietnamese society. It has had a critical position in the spiritual activities of Vietnamese people. Mother Goddess worship not only has a special attraction but also poses various problems for many scientists and researchers in society. The study aims to find out the relation between Taoism with Vietnamese mother Goddess worshipping belief. Specifically, the study has explored the influence of Taoism on the system of Mother Goddess worship in Vietnam and the influence of Taoism on worshiping forms and human conceptions in Mother Goddess worship. To obtain research objectives, the author has used various research methods such as philosophical history, analysis - synthesis; compare – contrast to find out study results. Some discussions on preserving and promoting the values of Mother Goddess worship in Vietnam have been presented in the study.

Published in International Journal of Philosophy (Volume 9, Issue 3)
DOI 10.11648/j.ijp.20210903.15
Page(s) 148-153
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Keywords

Taoism, Mother Goddess Worship, Belief, Vietnam

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  • Faculty of Philosophy, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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