Daoism began to morph into a religion around 200 AD, with texts and rituals heavily influenced by Buddhist practices. As a religion, in pursuit of eternal life, Daoists in subsequent millennia contributed to Chinese medicine, science (the invention of gun powder), and martial arts (Taiji, Wudang).
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http://www.albertoforchielli.com/the-influence-of-daoism-buddhism-and-legalism-on-chinese-culture/#:~:text=Daoism%20began%20to%20morph%20into,arts%20(Taiji%2C%20Wudang).
