I. What is Tao ?

Observing the cosmos and all the living beings consciously, among all the earthly activities and phenomena, we will find the existence of the laws of nature. There is an supernatural origin which guides all the operations happening across the galaxy, the earth, and the human beings. We call this source "Tao".

Tao existed before primordial time, and even before the universe was merged. It is the origin of the world and it thereafter nurtures all the creatures and beings. Since it is unchangeable and does not evolve with time, it is the ultimate truth. It is what all saints and sages throughout human history have been searching for.

The essence of Tao is the foundation of nature. The law or the power that existed
before the universe was formed is beyond description because there was no civilizations nor creatures, let alone languages. Since it cannot be applied any name,
we simply call it "Tao".

After the world was merge, along with the mutations of the universe, we see the harmonious actions as exhibited in seasonal changes, rhythms of time and tide, and the balance of the ecosystem. We also find some conformity of human nature across various cultures. There prove the laws of nature. This is the extension of that original "Tao" when it is substantiated and materialized. It merged into everything that is with and within us.

Now that we know Tao is present universally and yet difficult to be recognized, there have been prophets and preachers trying to make us know and understand the origin and the truth of life through various teachings and literature since the beginning of civilization. They were scattered around the world throughout history. As a result, great commandments were taught to disciples and goodness and badness were differentiated. These teachings varies, based on differences in culture, background, timing and the level of each individual's comprehension. However, they all tried to express and transmit to their descendants, this creator and chief of the universe. It is "God" or what we call "Tao".

As we get to know it more and more, we will realize that the essence of Tao and its effect covers every existence without and exceptions.

Tao is actually the headwaters of all religions. It embrace the essence of all the preaching and teachings. And yet, it is superior to the system of belief. It is the nature, the universe itself. "Tao" or "God" represents the highest authority and power of nature. It is also the headstream and superior to all. It is the unchangeable principle.

Understanding "Tao" allows us not only to discover the center of all religions belief, but also to communicate with the origin and the highest power of nature. We will then be able to relate ourselves to the truth of the universe.
 

To probe further:

Tao existed before the formation of all, yet it was not anterior, which means the creation was embedded in it. Tao merges into the creation, yet it is not posterior, which means that it is not thereafter limited. Among those created, however large, they can be measured; however small, they can be detected. It is only Tao that cannot be measured of its immensity nor detected of its existence. Therefore, it is larger than the largest and leaves nothing excluded, and yet it can be smaller than the smallest and leaves nothing not penetrated. It is ubiquitous. It merges into and governs all. It is in charge of the space, the earth, human beings, all the creatures, and all existence. It penetrates and regulates the entire universe. It is the source of all the scriptures, sutras, as well as dharmas. It encompasses all the religions, and it is what makes one a Buddha or a saint. It is the single chief of all. And, above all, it is in charge of each individual too. It is the divine self. This is the true meaning of Tao. We should get to know it this way and rediscover our own invaluable treasure. So, to practice Tao is to revive one's own conscience as well as everyone else's and to act upon it accordingly. Then, all people can be of one spirit, all nations can be in peace like a family, and the Great Harmony will come true. How precious Tao is !