Chinese Belief is a broad term that encompasses many different philosophies and religions, including Taoism. Taoism is an ancient Chinese philosophy based on the teachings of Lao Tzu in the 6th century BCE. Taoism emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao, or the natural order of the universe. The Tao is often symbolized by the yin-yang symbol, which represents the balance of opposites in the universe. Tao also means 'the way' and is often associated with the concept of wu wei, or non-action. Taoism is still practiced today and has had a major influence on Chinese culture and thought. Tao can also be written as TAO, a three letter word.