Yin-Yang: A Taoist Symbol
Introduction
It's everywhere. The classic yin-yang symbol, seen more and more these days, is a circular symbol, half-black and half-white, with a small dot of white on the black side, and a small black dot on the white side (see example in Appendix A). It is recognized by most people. This symbol is also called the Tai Chi Tu. The term "yin-yang" is drifting into popular speech, usually along such lines as, "Well, everything has its yin and yang side." Many believe that this symbol represents balance, peace or harmony. Others believe that it means there is a little bad in the good, and a little good in the bad, which would ultimately mean that there is no absolute good or evil. What does the yin-yang symbol mean to Taoism?
Methodology Statement
The methodology for answering the question "what does the yin-yang symbol mean to Taoism" is researching academic articles, books, and websites for the Taoist meanings found in the yin-yang symbol.
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