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Author : David Howard Smith
Publisher : New Directions Publishing
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 0811207773
Mystical writings and folk stories based on Taoist thought and experience.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2015-03-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780834800168
Taoism isn’t a spiritual extracurricular activity, it’s an integral practice for living all of life to the fullest. The modern Taoist adept Eva Wong is your guide to living well according to the wisdom of this ancient system. She uses the ancient texts to demonstrate the Taoist masters’ approach to the traditional four aspects of life—the public, the domestic, the private, and the spiritual—and shows how learning to balance them is the secret to infusing your life with health, harmony, and deep satisfaction
Author : Solala Towler
Publisher : Watkins Media Limited
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781786780744
For thousands of years, students of the Tao have gleaned inspiration and illumination from its parables, and these thought-provoking examples discuss topics ranging from dignity in the face of challenge, to judging character, to how to deal with loss. Whether solidifying a spiritual truth, unravelling a puzzle for contemplation, or providing a moment of humour, these tales are a mainstay of Eastern philosophy. This unique collection brings together the most inspiring, illuminating and downright funny stories from the classical works of Taoist masters, alongside new writing inspired by traditional tales. Set against a backdrop of the mountains, waterfalls and gorges of China, these tales introduce important Taoist ideas about many of the most basic human experiences – including birth, death, loss, pleasure, and how to surrender to the most fundamental experience of the Tao itself. Interwoven with classic Taoist quotations and illustrated with beautiful photography throughout, these engrossing narratives are as relevant today as they were in the great dynasties of ancient China.
Author : Lin Yutang
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1652492623
Lao tzu says:When the highest type of men hear the Tao (truth),They try hard to live in accordance with it, When the mediocre hear the Tao,They seem to be aware and yet unaware of it. When the lowest type hear of Tao,They break into loud laughter,If it were not laughed at, it would not be Tao. I am quite sure that the reaction of the majority of reader first looking into Lao tzu's book will be to laugh. I say this without any disrespect, for I did that myself. The highest type of scholars end by laughing with Lao tzu at the preoccupations of the philosophers of the day. After that, Lao tzu becomes a lifelong friend.
Author : Thomas Cleary
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2019-06-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781611806946
This compact collection of Taoism's greatest masterpieces introduces its most fundamental teachings and reveals the essential spirit of Tao. From the time of its earliest sages in prehistoric China, Taoists have looked to the underlying Way of all things (the Tao) as the essential guide to life. For them, the patterns of nature revealed the answers to their deepest spiritual questions and provided the inspiration for their unique teachings. Over the centuries, Taoism has blossomed into a profound tradition with a variety of forms—all united by a single, core philosophy of radical simplicity and natural living. Today, Taoism is most widely known through the Tao-te Ching, yet its corpus of literature is vast—ranging from philosophical dialogues and essays to astonishing fables, legends, proverbs, and more. This compact collection of Taoism’s greatest masterpieces introduces its most fundamental teachings and reveals the essential spirit of Tao. This book was previously published under the title The Taoism Reader. This volume includes: Tao-te Ching: The foundational source of Taoist thought by the legendary Lao Tzu Chuang-tzu: Philosophical dialogues from one of Taoism's most famous sages Huai-nan-tzu: Teachings from the time of the Han dynasty on affairs of state, natural science, and Taoist psychology Wen-tzu: Records of further sayings by Lao Tzu on the art of living Tales of Inner Meaning: Fables, stories, and jokes from the Lieh-tzu and others on the subtleties of Taoist philosophy Sayings of Ancestor Lu: Teachings from Lu Yen, a seminal figure in the founding of the Complete Reality school of Taoism and master synthesizer of China's classic spiritual traditions This book is part of the Shambhala Pocket Library series. The Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distill the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life.
Author : Frederic Henry Balfour
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-12-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783748156192
TAO is the "x" or unknown quantity that we have to find. And the first thing to be done is to see what is predicated of this mysterious Thing; how it is described; with what attributes it is credited; where it is to be found; whence it sprang, how it exists, and what its functions are. Then we may find ourselves in a position to discover what it is that answers to these particulars, and profanely to give a name to that which its preachers themselves declared must be for ever nameless.
Author : Chen Kaiguo,Zheng Shunchao
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781462921898
"…an amazing tale, told in a fast-paced and entertaining style." --Publishers Weekly This authorized biography of contemporary Taoist master Wang Liping (1949-), an 18th generation transmitter of Dragon Gate Taoism, tells the true story of his apprenticeship in Taoist wizardry, as well as the specialized body of knowledge, mystical wisdom and ritualized practice accumulated and refined over eleven centuries. The book opens with a seemingly chance encounter with three Taoist elders that changed Wang's life forever when he was a young boy. What follows is a philosophical quest in a coming-of-age tale like no other, playing out in mountainside temples and remote reaches of China. Wang's story parallels that of the Dalai Lama, as--like Tibetan Buddhists--Dragon Gate Taoists identify, raise and train specially chosen youngsters to become the holders, guardians and transmitters of their ancient, esoteric spiritual wisdom. While few of us will become spiritual gurus like Wang, his story speaks clearly and concisely to modern readers who are on their own "chosen paths," seeking their own forms of self-cultivation, enlightenment, wisdom and a life of greater harmony and truth.
Author : Jean C. Cooper
Publisher : World Wisdom, Inc
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781935493167
Provides 118 color illustrations and a thorough introduction to Taoism. Covers the "way of the Tao," the Yin-Yang symbol, and the relationship of Taoism to other religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism.
Author : Julian F. Pas
Publisher : Oneworld Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2000-05-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1851682325
The way of the Tao is one of peace – of serenity, meditation and inner contentment. For centuries the followers of the Tao have drawn strength from its great wisdom, its faith in the laws of the universe, and its rare gift of turning the negative into the positive. Although the origins of Taoism lie long ago in the mists of time, its philosophy of contemplative calm is more relevant, in today’s busy world, than ever before. Bringing the wisdom of the great Taoist thinkers into the twenty-first century, this exquisite little volume contains some of their most profound words, offering insight and advice on a wide variety of different areas.
Author : Deng Ming-Dao
Publisher : Hampton Roads Publishing
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2018-03-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781612834238
Taoism is an ancient Chinese philosophy that emphasizes living in harmony with the universe. It is a tradition that has become widely popular in Europe and North America over the past fifty years—largely through its core text, the Tao Te Ching. The Wisdom of the Tao is filled with over 140 ancient stories express great truth by fusing anecdotes with philosophy. The stories are frequently humorous, ribald, irreverent, or sarcastic—but they always speak to great and universal truths. Here are stories that lead people to: Flow with life Live from the heart Develop an openness to possibilities Live in balance Drop expectations Embrace acceptance The wisdom here fills a universal need. We need stories. They help us make sense of who we are and how we got here. They keep us sane as we try to absorb our experiences, our aging, and our emotions. Stories help us visualize the future by taking the messages of yesterday and helping us get tomorrow right.
Author : Tzu Lao
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1948
Category : Taoism
ISBN : RUTGERS:39030005631876
Author : Solala Towler
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798621140953
Taoism is a 5,000 year old spiritual tradition from China. It has been a path of balance and harmony for the Chinese people up to modern times. Yet its teachings and truths work for Westerners just as well. In these modern times of fragmentation and societal disorder the teachings in these stories can give us a deeper perspective on the human journey. In its tales of cripples, magical birds, teaching dreams, eccentric teachers, and master butchers we can find much wisdom and advice on how to live out own lives here in the 21st Century. Solala Towler, author of the successful Tales From the Tao book, once again brings his wide knowledge of Taoism and his ability to take these 2,000 old stories and bring them into new life for modern readers. This volume contains 31 stories and over 50 photographs from his travels throughout China. The ancient philosophy of Taoism is a rich mine of teaching stories. The accessible and enlightening collection offers stories from the most celebrated Taoist masters, including Chuang Tzu, Lieh Tzu and quotations from Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching, as well as some of his own original stories inspired by the traditional teachings of Taoism.
Author : Frederic Henry Balfour
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1507514336
TAO is the "x" or unknown quantity that we have to find. And the first thing to be done is to see what is predicated of this mysterious Thing; how it is described; with what attributes it is credited; where it is to be found; whence it sprang, how it exists, and what its functions are. Then we may find ourselves in a position to discover what it is that answers to these particulars, and profanely to give a name to that which its preachers themselves declared must be for ever nameless.
Author : Lao-tzu,Chuang-tsu,*1497
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Philosophy, Chinese
ISBN : OCLC:813669290
Author : Kristina Benson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2009-06-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1603320024
Benson discusses the history of this ancient philosophy, as well as the context in which it arose, and its application to today's busy and stressful world. Contrary to misconception, Taoism is not a religion, but rather, a way of seeing the world and approaching the self.
