Tao Te Ching
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Taoism, Chinese philosophy, cosmology

The Tao Teh King, or the Tao and its Characteristics

Laozi (Laotse)-6000
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Foundational philosophical text of Taoism presenting teachings on the Way (Tao), its characteristics (Te), and principles for living in harmony with natural order. Consists of 81 chapters divided between teachings on the Tao itself and its expression in virtue and conduct. Emphasizes non-action (wu wei), simplicity, emptiness, and the paradoxical nature of reality.

Also known asLaozi · Dao De Jing · Tao Te Ching (Lao Tze)
This edition1995
EditionJames Legge translation (1891 original), Project Gutenberg edition
Chinese PhilosophyTaoist philosophyTaoismmeditationContemplationReturn to SimplicityEasternmeditation and contemplationLeadership & GovernanceNatural HarmonyComparative ReligionMoral philosophy and ethicsEastern philosophyMeditation practicesfollowing the Tao naturallyWu Wei (Non-action)

Contents9 chapters

  1. 01THE TAO TEH KING,
  2. 02OR
  3. 03THE TAO AND ITS CHARACTERISTICS
  4. 04Translated by James Legge
  5. 05Contents
  6. 06PART 1.
  7. 07PART II.
  8. 08THE FULL PROJECT GUTENBERG LICENSE
  9. 09"Cover"

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