Early History
11the Century BCE
Daoist philosophy is developed during the Shang Dynasty, but is not written down or organized and remains as a traditional way of thought
403- 222 BCE
Dao De Ching was created by Laozi
206 BCE
During this time the yin and yang were introduced as well as the Five Elements
316-589 CE
This is the time where the Zhuangzi is introduced to the Daoist people
618-907 CE
The Tang dynasty recognizes the religion and the Chinese people begin to practice both Confucianism and Daoism
960- 1279 CE
Emperors during this time were actively promoting the Daoit religion and published sacred texts of the religion