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The most translated book in the world after the Bible, the Tao Te Ching, or “Book of the Tao,” is a guide to cultivating a life of peace, serenity, and compassion. Through aphorisms and parable, it leads readers toward the Tao, or the “Way”: harmony with the life force of the universe. Traditionally attributed to Lao-tzu, a Chinese philosopher thought to have been a contemporary of Confucius, it is the essential text of Taoism, one of the three major religions of ancient China.

Tao Te Ching, attributed to the ancient Chinese sage Lao Tzu, is a foundational text of Taoist philosophy and one of the most translated works in world literature. Composed of 81 brief, poetic chapters, the book offers timeless wisdom on living in harmony with the Tao—the natural way or path of the universe.

The Tao Te Ching is a series of meditations on the mysterious nature of the Tao—the Way, the guiding light, the very source of all existence. According to Lao Tzu (a name meaning "the old master"), the Tao is found where we would least expect it—not in the strong but in the weak; not in speech but in silence; not in doing but in "not-doing."

The Tao Te Ching is a compilation of meditations, comprised of 81 short chapters. Each chapter reflects on the beauty and mystical nature of the Tao (the Way). Tao Te Ching (Book of the Way) is one of the oldest written works that provides advice and guidance on perspective, inner strength, divine power, and moral excellence, among other principles of the universe. This 21st-century edition has been translated so that ancient text (originally written in classical Chinese in the fourth century BC) can be understood and enjoyed by the average listener.

The Tao Te Ching is a Taoist philosophical treatise. Lao Tzu, a great Ancient Chinese philosopher and teacher, is considered to be the author of this book. We owe this book to an unnamed guardian who kept safe the far western borders of a country, Zhou in the fifth century BC. The legend says that exhausted from misunderstanding Teacher with a tired heart went on his last journey – to die in a dessert. The guardian recognized great Lao Tzu, called him by name and, nobody knows how, persuaded the wise man to tell a world about Dao and De. "When you said Dao, you said nothing", the teacher replied.

Embark on a journey through foundational Eastern philosophy texts, offering deep insights into life, strategy, ethics, and spiritual growth. Authored by history's greatest thinkers, this collection is perfect for enthusiasts of philosophy, spirituality, or personal development.

The Tao Te Ching is a Chinese classic text written around 400 BC and traditionally credited to the sage Laozi, though the text's authorship, date of composition and date of compilation are debated. The oldest excavated portion dates back to the late 4th century BC, but modern scholarship dates other parts of the text as having been written—or at least compiled—later than the earliest portions of the Zhuangzi.

The Tao Te Ching is a Taoist philosophical treatise. Lao Tzu, a great Ancient Chinese philosopher and teacher, is considered to be the author of this book. We owe this book to an unnamed guardian who kept safe the far western borders of a country, Zhou in the fifth century BC. The legend says that exhausted from misunderstanding Teacher with a tired heart went on his last journey - to die in a dessert. The guardian recognized great Lao Tzu, called him by name and, nobody knows how, persuaded the wise man to tell a world about Dao and De.

I didn't set out to create a new translation of the Tao Te Ching when writing The Way. Since Lao Tzu wrote it in the fourth century BC, it has become one of the most widely translated works in the world and hardly needs a new scholarly treatment. Instead, I sought to capture the way the verses have come alive in me with language and metaphors that are more easily understood by a modern Western listener.

Written around the 6th century BC by the sage Laozi and read by Emma Topping.

The Tao Te Ching, Daodejing, Dao De Jing, or Daode jing, also simply referred to as the Laozi, is a Chinese classic text. According to tradition, it was written around 6th century BC by the sage Laozi, a record-keeper at the Zhou dynasty court, by whose name the text is known in China. The text's true authorship and date of composition or compilation are still debated, although the oldest excavated text dates back to the late 4th century BC.

A must for building self-confidence, leadership skills, self-mastery, and self-help. It is a true classic of spiritual literature. And ethereal nuggets of wisdom. This brand new translation from NM Few is easily digestible for the modern age.

The Tao Te Ching, also known as The Tao and Its Characteristics, is an ancient spiritual book of expressions and aphorisms on the mysterious nature of the "tao" - a mysterious, force-like principle of the universe which emphasizes the discipline and philosophy of "non-action". The underlying principles of the Tao Te Ching includes strength tempered with humility and self-restraint for efficient, focused participation in the harmonious flow of life.

The Tao Te Ching has a long and complex textual history. Known versions and commentaries date back two millennia, including ancient bamboo, silk, and paper manuscripts discovered in the 20th century. The Tao Te Ching is a fundamental text for both philosophical and religious Taoism. The name Tao Teo Ching translates into English as The Book of the Way and of Virtue.

The Tao Te Ching is a Chinese classic text traditionally credited to the 6th-century BC sage Lao Tzu. The text's authorship, date of composition, and date of compilation are debated. The Tao Te Ching, along with the Zhuangzi, is a fundamental text for both philosophical and religious Taoism. It also strongly influenced other schools of Chinese philosophy and religion, including Legalism, Confucianism, and Buddhism, which was largely interpreted through the use of Taoist words and concepts when it was originally introduced to China.

Il Daodejing, noto anche come Tao Te Ching, è un'opera fondamentale del pensiero taoista, attribuita al saggio Lao Tzu. Il testo, risalente tra il IV e il III secolo a.C., è composto da caratteri che possono sembrare in contraddizione tra loro, rendendo l'ascolto un'esperienza unica e stimolante. Nonostante le numerose questioni critiche e interpretative emerse nel corso dei secoli, il Daodejing rimane un pilastro del pensiero taoista. La tradizione racconta che Lao Tzu, stanco delle lotte e del disordine, decise di allontanarsi dalla corte Zhou in cerca di tranquillità.

While debate continues about the historicity of Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching, the collection of sayings attributed to him, has remained one of the most influential religious texts of all time. Using simple yet profound language, the author probes the eternal mystery of the Tao, the elusive substrate which underlies all creation.

Ontdek de tijdloze wijsheid van het Oosten in 'Tao Te Ching', het diepgaande meesterwerk van Lao Tzu. Deze filosofische gids, meer dan twee millennia geleden geschreven, blijft een baken van verlichting en overstijgt de grenzen van tijd en cultuur. Op de pagina's van dit transformerende boek nodigt Lao Tzu lezers uit op een diepgaande reis naar zelfontdekking en harmonie met de natuurlijke wereld. De 'Tao', wat 'de Weg' betekent, vat de essentie van het bestaan samen en leidt ons om de stroom van het leven te omarmen en balans te vinden in de steeds veranderende stromingen.

Das Tao Te Ching ist ein bedeutsamer Text. Öffne es stets in diesem Gefühl, sei es aus Vertrauen vorab oder aus Dankbarkeit, wenn es dich verändert hat: Lao Tzu hatte das menschliche Denken und Fühlen losgelassen, war darüber hinausgegangen. Mit anderen Worten, er war ERWACHT, was eine durchaus mögliche und vollkommen reale Erfahrung bedeutet, weil auch du mehr als deine Gedanken und Gefühle bist. Und die Verse des Tao Te Chings zeigen dir den Weg zu deinem ganzen Selbst – als würde bei einer Wanderung plötzlich die eigene Haustür vor dir auftauchen.