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Introducing a new translation of Laozi’s classic work that makes the intimidating approachable and the complex comprehensible. Translated by best-selling author Ken Liu and read by acclaimed actor B.D. Wong, this new take on the Dao De Jing speaks directly to the sensibilities of a modern audience. Liu dispenses with footnotes and the granular details of academic debate in favor of presenting Laozi’s invaluable writing as clearly and colorfully as possible.

This massive 128-hour collection builds a bridge between Western and Eastern philosophy, connecting many of the most important and influential works ever written. Here you’ll encounter thinkers who dared to question everything, challenged the norms of their day and reshaped how humanity sees itself and the world.

The Dao De Jing exists on the border between poetry and philosophy, embracing both mythos and logos. Its poetic form can stand alone, but it is enriched when its timeless ideas are analyzed and explained through careful scholarship. For example: He who knows others is knowledgeable. He who knows himself is wise. These words resemble Socrates' account of his own quest in Plato's Apology.

Lao-tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, is the classic manual on the art of living, and one of the wonders of the world. In eighty-one brief chapters, the Tao Te Ching looks at the basic predicament of being alive and gives advice that imparts balance and perspective, a serene and generous spirit. This book is about wisdom in action. It teaches how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao (the basic principle of the universe) and applies equally to good government and sexual love; to child rearing, business, and ecology.Stephen Mitchell's ...

Explore the minds of history’s greatest strategists and philosophers. The Complete Strategy Collection unites the most influential works on warfare, leadership, and strategic thinking.

This 24-hour collection delivers the complete wisdom of Eastern philosophy, thoughtfully adapted for the modern listener in one comprehensive audiobook.

Dive into the timeless wisdom of the Tao Te Ching, a profound text that explores the essence of balance, harmony, and the natural flow of life. Discover its teachings on simplicity, humility, and the art of living in accordance with the Tao. Whether youre seeking spiritual insight or practical guidance, this classic work offers a pathway to inner peace and understanding.

Queste 100 citazioni mirano a fornire l'accesso a un'opera o a una vita eccezionale, attraverso una selezione dei pensieri più eclatanti, in un formato accessibile a tutti. Una citazione è più di un estratto di un'affermazione, può essere un colpo di mente, una sintesi di un pensiero complesso, una massima, un'apertura a una riflessione più profonda.

A groundbreaking and superlatively accurate new translation of Laozi’s The Dao De Jing, from the bestselling translator of The Art of War, promising to be the first English edition based on direct translation from the oldest known copies of the ancient Chinese text. One of the most significant...

Explore the timeless wisdom and philosophical insights suggested by this ancient text, where ideas of balance, harmony, and the nature of existence invite contemplation and introspection. This podcast offers a rotating collection of full-length audiobooks, each week introducing a different classic that resonates with themes of inner peace and universal truths. Experience a diverse array of perspectives, spanning various eras and literary styles, ensuring a fresh and enlightening journey with every listen. Whether you're seeking personal growth, a new understanding of the world, or simply a ...

Das Tao Te King ist eines der wichtigsten Werke asiatischer Philosophie. Persönlichkeitsfindung, Lebenslehre, Politik, Weltzusammenhänge, Machtverhalten, inneres Ying und Yang - Das sind nur einige Bereiche unseres Daseins, die das Tao Te King auch in der heutigen Zeit noch treffend erklärt. Die 81 Gedichte lassen Dank Ihrer Vieldeutigkeit jedem die Freiheit, seinen eigenen Weg im "Buch vom Sinn und Leben" neu zu finden und zu deuten.

Lao-tsu (Laozi, Lao-tzu o Lao Tzu) es el autor del Tao Te Ching (Libro del Camino y la Virtud). Es a él a quien debemos el sentido del equilibrio del yin y el yang, el principio de la no acción, y la idea del Tao, el origen de todas las cosas. Se cree que Lao Tsu tiene orígenes sobrenaturales; en cualquier caso, su sabiduría lo convirtió en el padre fundador del taoísmo. Esta corriente de pensamiento tiene una importancia central en el pensamiento oriental y está unida a la práctica diaria; estas 100 citas de Lao Tsu le permitirán iluminar su vida cotidiana a la vez que se familiariza con uno de los pilares del pensamiento oriental.

It is the solitary purpose of this work to place back on this beautiful text flesh and blood so readers of today may feel and see and touch and know the wisdom and peace expressed so very long ago. The world of the twenty-first century is not the same as China in 300 BCE, but there remain common threads connecting mankind throughout the ages. In these threads we find a way to fully express and connect the depth of the Tao Te Ching to a modern age without compromising its ancient meaning.

Lao-tzu (Laozi, Lao-Tzu, of Lao Tzu) is de auteur van de "Tao Te Ching" (Boek van de Weg en Deugd). Aan hem danken we de betekenis van yin en yang balans, het beginsel van non-actie, en het idee van de Tao, de bron van alle dingen. Lao Tzu is klaar om bovennatuurlijke oorsprong; in ieder geval niet in zijn wijsheid maakte de grondlegger van het taoïsme.

Lao Tsu, also known as Lao Tzu or Laozi, is an ancient Chinese philosopher and sage, and an absolutely central figure in Asiatic culture. He is known as the author of the "Tao Te Ching" or "Daodejing" and the founder of Taoism. In traditional China, Taoism is a way of living in harmony with the Tao, "way", "path", or "principle", something that is both the source of, and the force behind, everything that exists. Throughout history, Laozi's work has been embraced by various anti-authoritarian movements, because his style is designed to elicit critical thinking through ambiguousness.

Den klassisk kinesiske visdomsbog "Daode jing" fra 500 år f.v.t. er en rå og æggende, modsigelsesfuld og samtidig krystalklar beskrivelse af kunsten at leve livet. I 2500 år har den udfordret og henrykket læsere. Den er desuden et af de vigtigste kildeskrifter for daoismen. Ny, revideret oversættelse af Hugo Hørlych Karlsen. "Den mest kærlige af alle de store klassiske tekster ... Af alle dybe ting i verden er denne bog det klareste og mest friske vand. For mig er den også den dybeste kilde." Ursula K.

‘The Three Asian Wise Men - Confucius, Lao Tzu, Buddha’ is a collection of quotes and sayings by the three great ancient sages, whose words of wisdom continue to influence Chinese society to this day. Architects of the three teachings: Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, they created the idea of Yin and Yang, going with the flow, reincarnation, benevolent leadership and many others.

Wij hebben voor u geselecteerd 100 grote citaten van Lao Tzu perfect voor meditatie. Lao-Tzu was een filosoof en dichter van het oude China. Hij staat bekend als de befaamde auteur van de Tao Te Ching en de oprichter van filosofische taoïsme, en als een godheid in religieuze taoïsme en traditionele Chinese religies. Een centrale figuur in de Chinese cultuur, Lao Tzu wordt opgeëist door zowel de keizers van de Tang-dynastie en moderne mensen. Sommige van zijn grote citaten zijn...

‘100 Quotes by Lao Tseu’ is a collection of thoughts and reflections by one of the most influential figures in Chinese philosophy. Thoughtful, reflective, and with a focus on personal development, his ideas are food for any hungry soul. An ideal read for those with an interest in philosophy, this book is superb for dipping in and out of, particularly if you’re in search of a drop of practical wisdom. Commonly referred to as the ‘Old Master,’ Lao Tseu (4th century) is thought to have been born in the Hu district, part of the Henan province.

Hemos seleccionado para ustedes 100 grandes citas de Lao Tzu perfectas para la meditación. Lao-Tzu fue un filósofo y poeta de la antigua China. Es conocido como el reputado autor del Tao Te Ching y el fundador del taoísmo filosófico, y como una deidad del taoísmo religioso y de las religiones tradicionales chinas. Figura central de la cultura china, Lao Tzu es reclamado tanto por los emperadores de la dinastía Tang como por el pueblo moderno. Algunas de sus grandes citas son: "Cuando la bondad se pierde, es reemplazada por la moralidad." "Sin oscuridad, no puede haber luz". "La utilidad de una olla proviene de su vacío.