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Please explain: What does Taoist inaction mean?

Wuwei refers to the term of Taoist thought in the pre-Qin period of China. The attitude of "inaction" is used in political policies, where the government does nothing and the people govern themselves; in the end, it means doing nothing and doing nothing. Do nothing and don't fight. This is Laozi's admonition to the king, which means that the king should not fight with the people.

There are twelve references to Wuwei in the Tao Te Ching. The third chapter states that "If you do nothing, everything will be cured." There are sixty-eight references to Wuwei in the Nam Hua Sutra. "Zhuangzi Yingdiwang" states that "Follow things naturally and tolerate no selfishness." Extended information

Taoism is not mundane, nor is it negative. It has produced many people who actively participated in the world and made a difference, and it also has the spirit of encouraging people to express their individuality and make a difference. It's just that people are full of hearsay and taken-for-granted understandings of it, which is why Taoism has a bad reputation of being "negative."

Many Taoist figures in history were not passive and inactive, but made great achievements. Especially at some important historical junctures, their role was more obvious. Under the shadow, he did not leave any prominent name in history, or he left his name, but due to the magic of his achievements, there are various legends among the people.

Baidu Encyclopedia-Wuwei