Daoism Daoism or (do jio) is one of Chinas major religions indigenous to the country. The primary belief is in learning and practicing The Way (Dao) which is the ultimate truth to the universe. Laozi Laozi, also known as Lao Dan, was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer. He is known as the reputed author of the Tao Te Ching and the founder of philosophical Taolism, andas a deily in religious Taoism and traditional Chinese religions. THX U