By Forrest Adams History does not begin with Genesis. The Israelite’s exodus from Egypt is not proved by archeological evidence. A second coming and Day of Judgment are adaptations of ...

The Quanzhen School, which advocates a mixture of Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism, was formed during the Jin Dynasty (1115-1234), and grew in influence as people sought comfort from chaos.

It intertwines numerous elements of Chinese mythology, Chinese folk religion, Chinese Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism, including deities, demons, immortals and spirits.

While this holiday is secular, it remains deeply connected to Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism, and various ancient folk practices. Those who celebrate will clean their homes to eliminate anything ...