Tao Teh Ching
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Download Tao Teh Ching and discover the timeless wisdom put forth by Lao-Tzu in this ancient text.
Lao-Tzu was a Chinese philosopher and poet during the 6th Century BC and is reputed to be the originator of classical Taoism. Tao Teh Ching holds the foundation of the ancient philosophy within its pages.
In Tao Teh Ching, Lao-Tzu puts forth many offerings of wisdom. These include advice with regard to the importance of associating with upstanding individuals and the significance of humility. Deference is also given to the benefits of learning and self-discipline.
With over 250 translations, Tao Teh Ching is one of the most translated works in the world, and is featured on Mark Zuckerberg's recommended reading list for 2015.
Download Tao Teh Ching and unlock Lao-Tzu’s centuries-old wisdom and discover the founding principles of Taoism.
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More than five dozen translations of the Tao te Ching exist in English, making it questionable whether there is a need for yet another. But Stephen Hodge's Tao te Ching: A New Translation and Commentary is revisionist enough to warrant a look. He spends a good part of the introduction situating Lao Tzu's work in the context of the Warring States period (475-221 B.C.E.), even to the point of neglecting to tell the reader much about the content of the text itself. He also discusses the perplexing question of authorship and outlines various translation difficulties. The remainder of the book is more accessible, and is organized thematically to help the reader understand the Tao te Ching's key ideas. Hodge writes well, and the book is beautifully designed with more than 100 photographs and illustrations.
