Round 12: Tossup 19

This religion believes that unejaculated semen rises through the spine to nourish the brain, part of this religion’s “inner alchemy.” The virtues of (10[1])compassion, frugality, and humility are the Three Treasures (10[2])in this religion. (-5[1])One theologian (-5[1])of this religion wondered if he dreamt he was a butterfly, (10[1])or if a butterfly dreamt of being (10[1])him. A text from this religion, the Zhuāngzǐ, describes “effortless action,” or wú wéi. (10[2]-5[2])Chapter 42 of this religion’s foundational text introduces the duality of yin and yang. (10[1])For 10 points, what Chinese religion founded by Lao Zi (10[2])was partly inspired by Legalism and Confucianism? ■END■ (10[2])

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