Do people in China care about Taoism?

Taoism in China is somewhat like Wicca or Voodoo in US. It's more of a magical practice, spells, wards, protection from evil spirits and worshiping weird nature gods than an actual established religion. read more

There are so many people in China that are actually practicing Daoism and people don't usually know because Daoism priests are among the public and true masters really don't show off in front of the public. read more

Nowadays, the name Taoism is used as a general name for any kind of native Chinese religion or ancient belief. The term covers anything from Qigong or Tai Chi exercise, to ancestor worship, to belief in any of hundreds of gods or reputed immortal people, to martial arts, to healthful food recipes to Taoist philosophy. read more

In Chinese culture, most ideas concerning the afterlife are Buddhist and have been adopted by Taoism, including the concept of rebirth. It is commonplace for both Taoist and Buddhist priests to preside at a funeral service, and the organization of Taoist and Buddhist funerals are similar. read more