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Yin and Yang

Yin and Yang

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Construction note

The taijitu — interlocking light and dark, each holding a seed of the other.

About this symbol

Meaning: The unity and interdependence of opposites.
Culture / origin: Chinese Taoism
Era: Concept ancient; this form popularised c. 11th century CE
Historical context: Represents yin and yang, the complementary forces underlying Taoist cosmology.

Widely shared philosophical symbol; present its Taoist meaning.

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SVG source

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