taiji; the Supreme Ultimate
In Chinese philosophy, the fundamental principle that gives rise to yin and yang and all potential existence, including time and space. Used in academic or philosophical contexts.
The taiji is said to divide into yin and yang.
Tai Chi Chuan; grand ultimate fist
taijitu; yin-yang symbol; cosmic dual forces symbol
From Chinese 太極 (tàijí), literally 'great pole' or 'supreme ultimate', a key concept in Chinese philosophy.