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Abstract

This study critically examines the evolution of I-Kuan Tao’s doctrinal interpretation and religious practice within contemporary Taiwanese society. Originating in early 20th-century China and subsequently expanding to Taiwan, I-Kuan Tao has emerged as one of Taiwan’s preeminent new religious movements. This research interrogates how foundational doctrines, including the veneration of the Unborn Mother (Wuji Laomu) and the Three Stages of the End-Time (Sanjimojie), have been recontextualized within a modern framework, while also exploring the transformations in ritual practices and educational systems. Furthermore, it investigates I-Kuan Tao’s strategic expansion of its social influence through active engagement in social welfare initiatives and public participation. The study also provides an in-depth analysis of I-Kuan Tao’s role in shaping the religious subjectivities and identities of its adherents, situating the movement within the broader landscape of Taiwan’s religious pluralism. The findings reveal that I-Kuan Tao sustains its traditional theological foundations while demonstrating adaptability to sociocultural shifts, enabling its followers to negotiate and reinforce both individual and collective identities through religious practice. This research contributes to the scholarly understanding of how emergent religions navigate the interplay between tradition and modernity in response to evolving societal demands.