Pre-Qin Daoism: Key Figures and Their Geographic Origins
Daoism, one of China’s most influential philosophical traditions, emerged during the Pre-Qin period (before 221 BCE). Its core thinkers laid the foundation for Chinese metaphysics, political theory, and spiritual practice. This article explores the main representatives of Daoism in the Pre-Qin era, their philosophical contributions, and their possible geographic origins. 1. Core Figures of Pre-Qin Daoism 1. Laozi…