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Title: 老子
Alternate Title: Lao Zih
Alternate Title: Laozi
Credits: Produced by Yu Hsiu Hung
Summary: "老子" by Laozi is a philosophical text written during the late 6th century to early 5th century BC. This foundational work of Daoism (Taoism) explores themes of naturalness, simplicity, and the principles of harmony and balance in life. It serves as both a spiritual guide and a reflection on the nature of existence. The text is composed of 81 chapters that delve into the concept of the Dao (Tao), which represents the fundamental nature of the universe and the path one should follow for a harmonious life. Laozi emphasizes the idea of "wu wei," or effortless action, advocating for a way of living that aligns with the natural flow of the cosmos. The work critiques conventional values like ambition and competition, instead promoting qualities such as humility, compassion, and simplicity. Through poetic metaphors and paradoxes, Laozi encourages readers to seek wisdom through introspection and to cultivate a deep understanding of their surroundings, ultimately revealing that true power comes from yielding and non-contention. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Laozi
EBook No.: 24039
Published: Dec 26, 2007
Downloads: 123
Language: Chinese
Subject: Taoism
Subject: Philosophy, Chinese
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: 老子
Alternate Title: Lao Zih
Alternate Title: Laozi
Credits: Produced by Yu Hsiu Hung
Summary: "老子" by Laozi is a philosophical text written during the late 6th century to early 5th century BC. This foundational work of Daoism (Taoism) explores themes of naturalness, simplicity, and the principles of harmony and balance in life. It serves as both a spiritual guide and a reflection on the nature of existence. The text is composed of 81 chapters that delve into the concept of the Dao (Tao), which represents the fundamental nature of the universe and the path one should follow for a harmonious life. Laozi emphasizes the idea of "wu wei," or effortless action, advocating for a way of living that aligns with the natural flow of the cosmos. The work critiques conventional values like ambition and competition, instead promoting qualities such as humility, compassion, and simplicity. Through poetic metaphors and paradoxes, Laozi encourages readers to seek wisdom through introspection and to cultivate a deep understanding of their surroundings, ultimately revealing that true power comes from yielding and non-contention. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Laozi
EBook No.: 24039
Published: Dec 26, 2007
Downloads: 123
Language: Chinese
Subject: Taoism
Subject: Philosophy, Chinese
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.