老子 by Laozi
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About this eBook
| Author | Laozi |
|---|---|
| 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.) |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Taoism |
| Subject | Philosophy, Chinese |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24039 |
| Release Date | Dec 26, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 121 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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