Hi
Many people may confuse between Buddhism and Taoist.
Taoist is more like traditional... worshiping Gods, making people to follow ritual.
Buddhism does not have God (creator), but enlighten ones who escaped suffering and life circle.
Buddhism does not teach followers to worship, but to practise (insight meditation).
There is no punishment (or curse) for not doing so and so.
Everyone has his/her own destiny (not giving or set out by Gods).
Thus, the freedom is with the followers - to make effort which way they want to walk... and answer themselves for their actions (karma).
Buddha said no one can save you, but you are to save yourself through doing good deeds.
now you make me realised being buddhist got so much freedom.
anyway buddhist say: no need to go north south west east to worship god.your parents are the biggest god.simple as that