Taoist Philosophical Doctrine and Its Acculturation in Contemporary Vietnamese Socio-Cultural Life
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This article investigates the penetration, transformation, and influence of Taoist doctrine on the social structure and psyche of the Vietnamese people. Through the application of historical materialism and systems analysis, the research demonstrates that Taoism in Vietnam does not exist as an independent, sequestered religion but rather profoundly permeates political thought, grassroots lifestyles, and traditional medicine. The research findings confirm that the values of "Wu-wei" (Non-action), "Softness overcoming Hardness," and "Contentment" continue to function as cultural filters, assisting modern Vietnamese society in confronting the consequences of pragmatism and the ecological crisis.
Keywords: Taoism, Acculturation, Vietnam, Wu-wei, Socio-cultural values.
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