The Sayings of Lao Tzu
Lao-Tzu, also known as Laozi was a Chinese philosopher believed to have lived in the 6th century BCE and is credited with writing the Tao-Te-Ching which centers around the idea that the way of virtue lies in simplicity and a recognition of a natural, universal force known as the Tao. He is traditionally regarded as the founder of Taoism. This book is a compilation of his most profound writings translated directly from ancient Chinese texts. - Summary by Nemo
Genre(s): Ancient
Language: English
Section | Chapter | Reader | Time |
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Play 00 | Introduction | Nemo |
00:17:28 |
Play 01 | Tao in its Transcendental Aspect, and in its Physical Manifestation | Nemo |
00:09:14 |
Play 02 | Tao as a Moral Principle, or 'Virtue' | Nemo |
00:09:58 |
Play 03 | The Doctrine of Inaction | Nemo |
00:04:08 |
Play 04 | Lowliness and Humility | Nemo |
00:06:49 |
Play 05 | Government | Nemo |
00:06:53 |
Play 06 | War | Nemo |
00:02:49 |
Play 07 | Paradoxes | Nemo |
00:06:40 |
Play 08 | Miscellaneous Sayings and Precepts | Nemo |
00:10:09 |
Play 09 | Lao Tzu on Himself | Nemo |
00:02:02 |